Community Schools Coach

Organisation: Warwickshire County Cricket Club
Salary: Up to £23,100 per annum
Location: Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 22 August 2025
Job Description: We’re looking for a passionate and motivated Community Schools Coach to join Warwickshire Cricket Foundation, delivering high-quality cricket and PE-based programmes in primary schools across Warwickshire as part of the national Chance to Shine initiative.

This is a school-based coaching role focused on delivering inclusive, engaging curriculum and extra-curricular sessions, helping young people develop physical literacy, confidence, and a love for cricket. You’ll work closely with school staff to embed cricket into their wider sporting offer and signpost pupils to community clubs and programmes such as All Stars Cricket and Dynamos Cricket.

While the core focus is school delivery, you’ll also have the opportunity to support wider Foundation activity, including community hubs, stadium events, holiday camps, and county competitions.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• An ECB Foundation Coach (Level 1) qualification or equivalent (or higher)
• Experience coaching cricket or PE in schools or community settings
• A valid Enhanced DBS, First Aid, and ECB Safeguarding qualification
• Confidence engaging with children and school staff in a professional, age-appropriate way
• Strong organisational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work independently across multiple school sites

You should also be comfortable using basic IT systems for planning and reporting, and committed to your own ongoing CPD and development.

For further information about the role, including detailed responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the Job Description available on our website: https://edgbaston.com/news/job-vacancy-community-schools-coach/?_gl=1*1sie4v6*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTAwMjIzNTAxNS4xNzU0NjQ3MzQ2*_ga_ZHXWMN2QK2*czE3NTQ2NDczNDUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTQ2NDczNDUkajYwJGwwJGgw

Working Hours & Expectations:

• Full-time, 35 hours per week, normally Monday to Friday.
• Core hours typically fall between 9.00am and 5.00pm, with occasional evening or weekend work required.
• You must have a full driving licence and access to transport for travel between schools and venues.
• This is a permanent position, based at Edgbaston Stadium, with delivery taking place at various locations across Warwickshire.

Our Values

The Warwickshire Cricket Foundation shares the same values as Warwickshire County Cricket Club, and are committed to embodying these principles in all our programmes and initiatives we deliver:

• Passion: Genuine passion for what we do
• Respect: Our history and who we are
• Innovation: We’re not afraid to be different
• Diversity: In our people and thinking
• Excellence: We want to be the best

Our goal is to extend the impact of these values locally, leveraging the transformative power of sport and physical exercise.

Why Join Us

Joining us means becoming part of a dedicated cricket community where enthusiasm, teamwork, and a shared drive for success are at the core of what we do.

We offer more than just a career; we offer an experience:

• Engaging Environment: Immerse yourself in the exciting world of cricket, surrounded by individuals who are dedicated to the sport.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Work at Edgbaston Stadium, a world-class facility that hosts some of the most thrilling cricket and live events.
• Exciting Benefits: Enjoy perks like free on-site parking, enhanced pension contributions, private healthcare, Christmas shut down, wellness week, and more!
• Career Development: Grow your career with development opportunities and the chance to make your mark in the cricket industry.
• Team Spirit: Join a team that celebrates success, supports one another, and makes a real impact.
How to apply: Ready to take the plunge into an exciting career with Warwickshire Cricket Foundation? Complete the Warwickshire Cricket Foundation application form here https://forms.office.com/e/UHGYzyMmjW by midday on Friday 22 August 2025. If you have any difficulties accessing the form, need it in a different format, or require specific adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@edgbaston.com. you have any questions or require further information, please call Chris Shipway on 07522 839087. Please note that any personal data, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) information, will be anonymised and not reviewed during the shortlisting process, ensuring a fair and unbiased selection. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to: • Attend an interview • Deliver a practical coaching session with school-age children • Undergo an Enhanced DBS check