About
Sport Brighton is the University of Brighton's sport and physical activity services offering a wide range of programmes. With over 45 student sport clubs competing in the British Universities and Colleges sport (BUCS) leagues and events as well as other national and local competitions, we are dedicated to promoting excellence in University Sport.
Coaching
We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated coaches to join our team. As a coach with Sport Brighton, you will engage, develop and inspire students helping them achieve success both on and off the field.
Benefits and support
- Competitive pay for weekly training session(s) and for fixtures/ agreed competitions.
- Complimentary gym membership during your coaching period
- University of Brighton coaching clothing
- Regular meetings with team committee members and Sport Brighton staff to ensure club and coach's needs are met
- Opportuntities for professional development and training courses
- Opportunitiy to attend free first aid qualifications
Apply Now
To apply, please send your coaching CV to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
For further information please contact Lucy Callingham via email or on 01273 643525.
Current Vacancies
Rates of pay vary between £15-£34 per hour depending on qualifications. All coaches are required to be qualified to level 2 or above unless stated. Level 1s may be considered if the candidate also has notable experience or where the sport's national governing body allows. Coaching roles will commence in mid-September 2024 and finish in April 2025 for teams in weekly BUCS competition, or June 2025for those competing in the Summer term. Please note that training dates and times are provisional at the time of posting and may change due to facility upgrades at our Falmer Campus. Changes to training times may be considered to meet coaches' needs.
Badminton
Badminton Coach (Falmer Campus)
Monday evenings for training, 20 weeks, term time only
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Wednesday afternoon x 10 weeks for matches (desirable)
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Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
Basketball
Mens Basketball Coach (Falmer Campus)
Tuesday evenings for training, 20 weeks, term time only
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Wednesday afternoon x 10 weeks for matches (desirable)
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Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
Womens Basketball Coach (Falmer Campus)
Tuesday evenings for training. 20 weeks, term time only
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Wednesday afternoon x 10 weeks for matches (desirable)
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Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
Cricket
Men’s Cricket Coach (Falmer Campus)
Sunday afternoons for training. 20 weeks, term time only
Wednesday afternoon x 5 weeks for matches (desirable)
Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
Women’s Cricket Coach (Falmer Campus)
Sunday afternoons for training. 20 weeks, term time only
Wednesday afternoon x 5 weeks for matches (desirable)
Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
Gymnastics
Gymnastics Coach (Falmer Campus)
Training time/day TBC. 20 weeks, term time only
Up to 2 competition events per year (desirable)
Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
For this role, Coaches must be Level 2 or above.
Hockey
Hockey Coach (External Venue in Brighton TBC)
Mondayeveningsfor training. 20 weeks, term time only
Wednesday afternoons x 10 weeks for matches (desirable)
Training and matches will take place at an external venue in the Brighton area.
For this role, level 1 candidates must also have attended recent England Hockey CPD as outlined in England Hockeys guidance.
Netball
Netball Coach (Falmer Campus) x2
Monday eveningsfor training. 20 weeks, term time only
Wednesday afternoons x 10 weeks for matches (desirable)
Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
RugbyUnion
Men’s Rugby Coach (Falmer Campus)
Mondayevenings for training. 20 weeks, term time only
Wednesday afternoon x 10 weeks for matches (desirable)
Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
For this role, candidates must be Level 2 or above
Swimming
Swim Coach (Falmer Campus)
Monday and Wednesday mornings (1.5hr)and Wednesday and Sunday afternoons (1.5hr)for training. 20 weeks, term time only
Up to x6 event competitions (desirable)
Training and matches are at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
For this role, candidates must have a Level 2 in Coaching or Teaching Swimming
Job Description
Main areas of responsibility:
1. To plan, organise and deliver sport specific sessions, which meet the needs of those student athletes participating in club sessions. In accordance with Sports Coach UK guidelines, coaches at this level plan, implement, analyse and revise coaching programmes.
Specific duties:
1.1 To provide a graduated development plan for the instruction of individual skills and techniques based on defined goals. This should include providing feedback to individuals in a manner appropriate to their level and in a supportive environment.
1.2 To provide a graduated development plan for the instruction of team skills and team tactics based on defined goals. This should include providing feedback to individuals and the team in a manner appropriate to their level and in a supportive environment.
1.3 To select and use a range of coaching styles and teaching methods which meet the needs of the athletes.
1.4 To prepare training programmes which meet the needs of each athlete, and to develop components of fitness as appropriate for the athlete and event
1.5 To provide clear and effective instruction, explanation and demonstrations and communicate effectively with team members.
1.6 To select and use a range of evaluation techniques to monitor training progress to improve performance.
1.7 To conduct effective observation and analysis and refine practices as required.
1.8 To take reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others who may be affected by acts or omissions related to your work. Co-operate fully with the Sport Brighton Service with regard to any duty or requirement imposed on them by the relevant Health and Safety legislation to allow that duty or requirement to be carried out or complied with.
1.9 To ensure equity in sport and promote fair play.
1.10 To abide by the code of ethics and conduct for sports coaches developed by Sports Coach UK.
1.11 To monitor student attendance at sessions and reporting these to Sport Brighton.
Selection Criteria
• Knowledge/qualifications: National Governing Body recognised coaching award in the sport to be coached. Experience of coaching, ideally at a club/ university standard. An awareness of health and safety issues in a coaching environment.
• Communication: clear, concise, accurate and appropriate written and oral communication
• Service: demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to relevant service standards
• Self motivation: meets agreed objectives on own initiative; committed to continuous self-development
• Teamwork: works cooperatively with others, meeting agreed objectives
• Organisation: has developed effective work systems and meets agreed priorities efficiently
• Response to change: contributes positively to the introduction of change
• Physical: the postholder must be able to undertake all the physical requirements of the job, such as required to be an effective coach according to health and safety guidelines.
