Coaches
Men's First Team Head Coach
Rugby And East Warwickshire Hockey Club Rugby, Warwickshire
Rugby and East Warwickshire HC is seeking an experienced and ambitious Men’s 1st Team Head Coach to lead our elite squad and drive the club’s aspirations for National League promotion, starting from the 2025/26 season.
Full Job Description
About Us
Rugby & East Warwickshire Hockey Club (REWHC) is one of the leading hockey clubs in the Midlands, boasting a thriving community of players across 8 Men’s teams, 5 Ladies teams, and a large youth/junior section. As part of the second cohort of clubs working towards England Hockey Talent Centre accreditation, we are committed to supporting player development at all levels and achieving National League promotion.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, ambitious club that values both performance and community involvement.
The Role
We are looking for an inspiring Head Coach to:
* Lead the Men’s 1st Team, fostering a high-performance environment.
* Develop a programme for the elite Men’s section, including the 1st and 2nd teams and emerging junior players.
* Deliver two training sessions per week and manage league matches on weekends.
* Plan and execute pre-season, including player recruitment, fitness, and fixture preparation.
* Collaborate with the 2nd Team Coach on selection, training, and development strategies.
* Work with the Club Committee to support initiatives aligned with the club’s goals.
What We’re Looking For
We need a coach with:
* England Hockey Level 2 (or equivalent) coaching qualification.
* Proven experience coaching senior teams, ideally in a performance-driven environment.
* Strong communication and leadership skills to engage with players at all levels.
* A proactive approach to planning, feedback, and organisational tasks.
* Passion for creating a culture of development and excellence.
Additional Information
* Start Date: 1st August 2025 (guest coaching opportunities available in the 2024/25 season).
* The role is suitable for player-coaches, with support from an Assistant Coach and Team Manager.
* Salary will be dependant of experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and a brief outline of your interest in the role to James Harrison, Men’s Section Club Captain, at hockey@jhconstructionsolutions.co.uk.
Please title the email subject heading: Mens 1s Coach Application
Join us at REWHC and help take our Men’s 1st Team to new heights!
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