Are you an inspiring, enthusiastic and qualified Head of Hockey who can play a significant role in the Sports Department through your vision for, and development of, the Hockey programme in the School during an exciting time for the department?
DetailRossall School is among the most successful and prestigious independent boarding and day schools in the North West with flourishing pupil numbers. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified and dynamic Head of Hockey to join our forward-thinking Sports & PE department.
The successful candidate will be an inspiring, enthusiastic and qualified coach who will play a significant role in the Sports Department through their vision for and development of the Hockey programme in the School throughout the Michaelmas and Lent Terms.
The Head of Hockey will work closely with the Hockey Professional and other members of the PE Department, assisting with lessons and coaching across various age groups.
They will manage a team of staff, including experienced and qualified coaches (both internal and external) and teachers who will need guidance and support in their coaching.
They will join a team of heads of individual sports who work closely together to provide a well-balanced, aspirational and forward-looking sporting programme that ensures consistency in pedagogy and outreach across the entire school.
The Head of Hockey will be expected to be available at all times during which school sport takes place, including Saturdays during term time.
The Hockey Club has strong links with Fylde HC, Garstang HC and Preston HC, and a significant element of this role is to strengthen and further develop these links to enhance player development and pathways.
Rossall School has a strong reputation for Hockey, producing international players and regularly winning county and regional tournaments, now competing in various national level competitions.
This is a great opportunity to lead a successful, high-performing sport with very good participation levels to further success.
Further details of the post can be found on the website www.rossall.org.uk.
Deadline for submission of applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 27th January 2025.
Early applicants may be offered an interview before the closing date.
Rossall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
An enhanced DBS clearance will be undertaken by the School.
The position is regulated activity and therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
An online check will also be conducted.
The School's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy can be viewed here.
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