High Performance Coach, Girls Pathway

Job title:

High Performance Coach, Girls Pathway

Company

Warwickshire County Cricket Club

Job description

About UsWarwickshire County Cricket Club, founded in 1882 and based at the renowned Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, is dedicated to more than just cricket. Our vision is to become the best cricket business in the world, an ambitious goal that drives our innovation and excellence. We pride ourselves on being a versatile venue that connects with our community, creates enriching opportunities, and positively impacts lives throughout the region. Whether you’re a fan, a partner, or a prospective team member, we invite you to join us in advancing both the sport and our community engagement.Joining Our TeamJoin us at Warwickshire Cricket as our new High Performance Coach and help shape the future of women’s and girls’ cricket!At WCCC, we are passionate about creating a vibrant, inclusive, and high-performing cricket environment. With the recent milestone of achieving Tier 1 status and the launch of our first professional women’s squad, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As our new High Performance Coach, Girls Pathway, you’ll play a key role in developing young talent through the Academy, Emerging Player Programmes, and County Age Groups, while also contributing to the success of professional women’s players and occasionally supporting boys’ county coaching.We are especially keen to hear from applicants who can bring an understanding of the unique challenges faced in women’s and girls’ cricket and who are passionate about contributing to its ongoing growth. To support this, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage women and individuals from underrepresented groups in cricket to apply.We’re looking for a proactive and inspiring coach who:

• Has experience coaching within girls’ sub-county, county, or regional pathways.
• Holds at least an ECB Level 2 coaching qualification (with a commitment to achieving Level 3 within 12 months).
• Brings a sound understanding of safeguarding, first aid, and has an up-to-date DBS certification.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the women’s game, including national and international levels (desirable).
• Embodies our PRIDE values-Passion, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, and Excellence-in every aspect of their work.

By joining WCCC, you’ll advance your coaching career in an environment of excellence while making a lasting impact on cricket in our community and beyond. 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-high-performance-coach-girls-pathway/Our ValuesWe are Bears, and our values are the heartbeat of everything we do:

• 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

Why Join UsJoining 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 applyReady to take the plunge into an exciting career with WCCC? Complete the WCCC application form here by midday, Thursday 19 December 2024. Should you have any difficulties accessing this form, please contact recruitment@edgbaston.com. If you need this application form in a different format or require any specific adjustments during the recruitment process, please get in touch at recruitment@edgbaston.com. 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. Right to Work in the UK Statement All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, Warwickshire County Cricket Club and Warwickshire Cricket Foundation are unable to sponsor work visas. Therefore, please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK. Before employment commences, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Disability Confident Committed Warwickshire Cricket are proud to be a Disability Confident committed employer, dedicated to ensuring a fair and accessible hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, we guarantee that any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for a vacancy will be offered an interview. Equal Opportunities In Employment Policy Statement Warwickshire Cricket Foundation partners with Warwickshire County Cricket Club. Together we will ensure that all existing and potential employees receive equal consideration, and is committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, race, disability, colour, ethnic and national origin, nationality, sexuality, marital status, responsibility for dependants, religion, trade union activity and age (up to 65). It is the intention of Warwickshire County Cricket Club that its work force, at all levels, should reflect the composition of the City’s population. To achieve this Warwickshire County Cricket Club will take active and positive steps to eliminate discrimination, reduce the effects of past discrimination and to promote equality in employment. Safeguarding Statement Warwickshire Cricket Foundation and Warwickshire County Cricket Club is proud to be at the forefront of safeguarding in cricket. Our commitment extends beyond the cricket field, emphasising the importance of fostering an atmosphere of trust, respect, and protection. Through continuous training, awareness programmes, and the implementation of best practices, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered. We understand the responsibility that comes with engaging with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we remain vigilant in upholding the highest standards of safeguarding in all facets of our operations. As such, roles involving any type of Regulated Activity or any interaction with children, young people or vulnerable adults are subjected to a safer recruitment process: ECB DBS clearance is mandatory before taking up the role. Safer Recruitment Statement Warwickshire County Cricket Club and Warwickshire Cricket Foundation are firmly committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults to enjoy the game. It is essential that Safer Recruitment practices are followed to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable for their role, appropriately vetted and supported by the club.

Expected salary

£33000 per year

Location

Birmingham – Edgbaston, West Midlands

Job date

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 07:56:43 GMT

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