Assistant Netball Coach

Passionate about coaching and developing young netball talent? An exciting opportunity has arisen at Oaklands College for an enthusiastic and committed Assistant Netball Coach to support the delivery of our successful Netball Academy programme. Working alongside the Lead Netball Coach, you will help create a positive, challenging, and supportive environment where student athletes can develop their skills, confidence, and performance both on and off the court. This bank coaching role is ideal for a developing coach looking to gain valuable experience within a structured academy environment while benefiting from opportunities to progress through the Oaklands coaching pathway and further England Netball qualifications. Your Day-to-Day Impact As an Assistant Netball Coach, you will play an important role in supporting training sessions, individual player development, matchday operations, and athlete welfare across the academy programme. You will: Support the planning and delivery of high-quality netball coaching sessions under the direction of the Lead Netball Coach. Assist with individual athlete development, including skills coaching, performance feedback, and video analysis. Support matchday activities, including warm-ups, equipment management, bench duties, athlete supervision, and post-match reviews. Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive training environment for all participants. Monitor athlete welfare and behaviour, ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are upheld at all times. Provide timely feedback on athlete progress and raise any concerns with the Lead Netball Coach. Support talent identification activities, recruitment events, camps, academy trials, and community engagement initiatives. Prepare, maintain, and safely store coaching equipment and resources. Complete registers, equipment checks, and other session administration accurately and on time. Maintain professional standards and comply with all College policies relating to safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion, wellbeing, and data security. Engage in ongoing professional development and mandatory training requirements. Is This You? Essential England Netball Level 1 Coaching Qualification or above (Level 2 or working towards Level 2 preferred). Experience coaching or playing netball at club level or above. Positive, enthusiastic, and learner-focused approach. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with young people from a wide range of backgrounds. Reliable, punctual, and professional in all aspects of work. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, matchdays, and occasional short-notice sessions. Desirable England Netball Level 2 Coaching Qualification. First Aid qualification. Umpiring qualification or award. Experience working with young people within a sporting or educational environment. Experience supporting athlete development programmes or academy environments. Knowledge of performance pathways and student-athlete development. Th salary for the role will pro rota for 18 hours. Your Future Starts at Oaklands At Oaklands, we care about your wellbeing and development. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and success within a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven environment. Free access to our onsite gym at the St Albans campus (time restrictions may apply) Financial wellbeing support, including savings on beauty treatments, Lambing Weekend, our onsite zoo, travel via the UNO Bus Scheme, and more Cycle to Work Scheme, promoting active travel and healthy living Continuous Professional Development (CPD) with free Adult Community Learning courses and staff training opportunities Staff Development Days and Awards, celebrating your achievements and recognising your impact Mental Health and Wellbeing Support, including confidential resources and guidance Employee Assistance Programme offering advice and support 24/7 Mental Health Peer Supporters for additional support when needed Eye Care Vouchers Opportunities to develop your coaching qualifications and experience within a high-performing academy environment Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and actively welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Oaklands College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all students and all staff (including agency and hourly paid staff), irrespective of their role within the College, together with Governors, volunteers, placement staff, contractors, partners, and agency workers, to share this commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of interest. Don't wait, apply today and become part of an exciting academy programme that helps young athletes achieve their potential. Want to know more about Oaklands? Click here!