Squash Coach

The University of Portsmouth (Sport and Recreation)

Organisation: The University of Portsmouth (Sport and Recreation)
Salary: £20/hour
Location: University of Portsmouth
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 27 June 2025
Job Description: Purpose of the Role
The University of Portsmouth Squash Club consists of three competitive teams that play in weekly BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) leagues, with the Men’s and Women’s 1st team in Tier 1 of their respective South Eastern leagues, and the Men’s 2nd team in Tier 2 of the South Eastern league.

The club requires a coach to lead the delivery of training sessions for the 2025/26 season, between September and April.

Team training takes place on Mondays 6pm-8pm (1st teams) and 8pm-10pm (2nd team), and Sundays 7.30pm-9pm (all) at Ravelin Sports Centre. Please note that the successful candidate will only be required for 1 x 2 hour session per week, teams will work around the coach availability.

Main Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the club and team captains to plan, deliver and evaluate training sessions
- Communicate with the club captain and team captains on squad selection and match day details where required
- Support the club committee and coaching staff with the organisation and delivery of the Taster Day and team trials
- Promote the club’s philosophy
- Adhere to the University of Portsmouth’s Code of Conduct

Criteria:
- Essential: England Squash’s Club Coach Award (Level 2)
- Desirable: Previous coaching experience
- Desirable: An understanding of squash within higher education
How to apply: To apply for this role, please complete the following Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1d3gsxkfWAfYGcmAjqWK_BbsuSKFu3tKnuR4NE7CH3iw/edit The deadline for applications is the 27th June 2025