Basketball Women Club Coach

Closing date: 27 August 2026
Location: Chester, North West
Employment type: Part Time
Salary: £2,100

Description

Working within the Sport and Active Lifestyle team, you will lead engaging coaching sessions, support student club leaders, and help create an inclusive, enjoyable, and high-performing environment for all participants. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate basketball coach who enjoys developing players, working with young adults, and contributing to the university sporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured, high-quality coaching sessions for Women's Basketball Club members.
• Create an inclusive environment that supports participants of all abilities.
• Work collaboratively with club captains and committee members.
• Act as a positive role model and ambassador for university sport.
• Adhere to the sportCHESTER Coaches Code of Conduct.
• Maintain regular communication with the Sport Development Team.
• Complete required safeguarding training and DBS checks before commencing the role.
• Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the position.

Requirements

Essential

• A minimum Level 2 Basketball Coaching Qualification.
• A Safeguarding and Protecting Children in Sport certificate.
• Experience working with young adults.
• Strong knowledge of basketball.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding motivational abilities.
• Experience planning and delivering effective coaching sessions.
• The ability to work independently and manage sessions confidently.

Desirable

• First Aid qualification.
• Experience playing or competing in basketball at club level or above.

Benefits

At the University of Chester, you'll be part of a vibrant sporting community dedicated to participation, development, wellbeing, and performance. We are committed to creating a culture built on fairness, diversity, belonging, and inclusion, where every student has the opportunity to thrive.