As part of our ambitious Club Development Plans including extensive changes to our Facilities and Talent Development Programme, Stone HC are looking to recruit a High-Level [Player] Coach for our Men’s 1st XI Squad, to help them gain promotion from Midlands Division 2 with a goal of reaching National League Conference by 2027.

The club was established almost 100 years ago and are well located with access to a fantastic site for which we have some very existing expansion plans. We currently run 5 Men’s teams and 4 Ladies’ teams in Midlands and West Midlands Leagues in conjunction with a vibrant and successful Junior Development Section.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who can build on our position and lead the team to future success.

Contract: Part-Time (Attendance at one Performance Training Session per week (Tuesdays) and all matches is required)
Employment Status: Self Employed (Contracted)
Remuneration: To be discussed on application

Playing Requirements (desired)
• Available to train (once per week) and play every Saturday from August through March.
• Have experience playing at National League level or High Regional Level (or equivalent)

Coaching Requirements (required)
• Prepare and deliver weekly training sessions to the squad for Matchday Performance and Player Development success.
• Work with integrating younger talented players into the Performance Squad
• Participate in the Club’s team selection process.
• Participate in player recruitment.

Level 2 (or equivalent) coaching qualification (or experience of playing at National League level). Remuneration will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

The applicant must pass a full DBS prior to commencement of the role.

The role is initially for the 2021/22 season with the potential for extension, dependent on performance in developing players and league results. The salary will be commensurate with experience.

To apply for this role, please email our Director of Hockey, Robbie Smith:
doh@stonehockeyclub.co.uk