Job Title: Cricket Coach

Location: Macclesfield

Salary: Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time

The King's School in Macclesfield is seeking to appoint a dedicated and dynamic Cricket Coach to join our highly successful and forward-thinking Sports Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a thriving school environment that values both sporting excellence and participation for all.

The Role:

Working under the direction of the Head of Cricket and Director of Sport, you will deliver high-quality cricket coaching across all age groups, including performance-level players up to 1st XI standard. The role offers the chance to contribute to a well-established and ambitious cricket programme within a school known for its strong sporting tradition.

This position involves approximately 25 hours per week of cricket-related activity, with the potential for additional coaching in other sports. Working hours will vary across the year and include after-school sessions and Saturday fixtures during term time. The start date is ideally April or September.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality cricket coaching sessions across all year groups
Support fixtures, training, and after-school sessions, including independent supervision
Assist with the organisation and management of Saturday home fixtures
Contribute to PE lessons and Games programmes, including in the Junior Division
Support the planning and development of the school's cricket programme, from participation to elite performance
Ensure all activities meet safeguarding and health & safety requirements
Build and maintain links with local clubs and feeder schoolsAbout You:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual who:

Holds an ECB Level 3 coaching qualification (or equivalent experience)
Has experience coaching cricket to a high standard, ideally including performance-level players
Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Can work both independently and as part of a team
Is passionate about developing young people through sportExperience or knowledge of additional sports would be advantageous.

About the School:

The King's School is a leading independent school with a strong reputation for academic and sporting excellence. Located on an impressive 80-acre campus in Prestbury, the school benefits from outstanding, state-of-the-art facilities, including:

Indoor cricket centre
Extensive outdoor pitches, including a 1st XI square
Floodlit all-weather pitches and courts
Modern Sports Centre with swimming pool and multi-sport hallSport plays a central role in school life, with hundreds of pupils representing the school each week and many progressing to county, regional, and national levels.

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contributory pension scheme with life assurance
Strong commitment to professional development
Fee remission for children of staff (subject to conditions)
Supportive and inclusive working environmentSafeguarding:

The King's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete the application form available on the school website and submit it to the Human Resources Manager.

For an informal discussion, please contact the school directly.

Closing date: 9.00am, Tuesday 7th April.

Interviews: Week commencing 13th April.

Please click APPLY to be re-directed to our Careers page, to complete our online application form.

Candidates with previous job titles and experience of; Cricket Coach, Cricket Lead, School Cricket Coach, PE Coach - Cricket, will also be considered for this role