We are seeking to recruit experienced Hockey Coaches to provide coaching for pupils throughout the school, starting from August 26 until June 27.
The positions are for weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings during Term Time, and will require travelling with pupils to away fixtures as required. You will be a valued member of the PE team and have a varied role throughout the school year.
During Terms 1 & 2, the successful candidates will work with pupils of all ages on Heriot’s dedicated hockey programme. Following the end of hockey season in Term 3, you will support the PE department in delivering the programme of summer sports for all pupils.
Main Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high‑quality, engaging training sessions.
- Lead the team on match days, managing tactics and substitutions.
- Develop player skills, fitness, and team cohesion.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and competitive team culture.
Ideal Candidate
- A formal hockey coaching qualification is advantageous but is not essential.
- Excellent knowledge of hockey gained via previous experience of playing hockey and/or coaching hockey to pupils up to Age 17 is required.
- Enthusiastic and inclusive approach to coaching hockey with the ability to cater to pupils of various levels and abilities and motivating them to take part.
Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.
Package Description
- Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay.
- Family friendly policies (including Personal Emergency Leave Days).
- Continued professional development opportunities.
- Travel to work schemes.
- School fee remission (non‑contractual benefit).
- Employee assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and retail discounts.
- Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community.
George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463.
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