Consultant England Blind Head Coach (Secondments and Consultants considered) Organisation England & Wales Cricket Board Salary Competitive Location England & Wales - Camps and Fixtures will be held nationwide with the potential for overseas tours Contract type Closing date 17 May 2026 Job Description WHO WE AREThe England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.We know that Cricket is a force for good and makes an enduring impact on people’s lives. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion. It’s something for everyone to watch, play or enjoy, across genders, age, disability and diverse communities.PURPOSE OF ROLEThe Head Coach will be responsible for the coaching of the England Blind Team along with creating an environment that is inclusive, diverse and offers players the opportunity to learn and grow leading both players and people in a High Challenge / High Support space that follows the England Disability Cricket's aim of being the best prepared Blind Squad in the world.OUR VALUESRun on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency. Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game. Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game. Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward. YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB IFEnjoy leading a performance environment, Have great people skills that allow you to listen and learn whilst exploring new ways of engaging performance based cricketers, Have great organisational skills with an attention to detail and multiple methods of communication.YOU’LL BE DOINGHead Coach (Level 3 Certified) - Disability CricketThe Head Coach will be responsible for the delivery of high class coaching to the England Blind Cricket Team.Developing and sustaining an environment that is safe, challenging and well supported for Blind athletes to learn and grow inWorking with the wider Muti Disciplinary Team (MDT) to ensure players are well prepared both on and off the pitchWorking collaboratively with other coaches to ensure that players maximise their opportunities to improve their core skill both when with the squad and working independentlyGrowing the performance culture within the squad to work towards being the best prepared Blind Cricket Team in the WorldYOU’LL HAVE (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)Minimum Level 3 Coaching AwardPrevious experience in a High Performance environment is desirableA proven ability to be able to communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and orally with people at all levels of the gameExcellent organizational, time-management and administrative skills and rigorous attention to detail Experience with Blind athletes is desirable but not essentialAbility to travel overseasYOU’LL RECEIVE£225 day rate for all matches, training and screening days.The role involves up to 45 days per year, during the 2 year provision of service How to apply Please apply at the link below: https://app.beapplied.com/apply/wlizxozhbr Share X LinkedIn Email