Location
Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth, Dundee, or Aberdeenshire
Vacancy listed
06/11/2025
Details
MCCF Lead Coach
About the MCC Foundation Hubs
The MCC Foundation Hubs are the flagship programme of the Marylebone Cricket Club’s charitable arm. These hubs provide weekly winter cricket coaching for state school pupils, focusing on increasing opportunities for young people from underserved communities. The programme bridges the gap between participation initiatives and the national pathway, offering a vital platform for nurturing talent and developing future stars.
Responsibilities
* Lead on the delivery of high-quality weekly coaching sessions.
* Keep accurate records of attendance and any other admin required.
* In collaboration with the Regional Development Officer managing the Hub, ensure effective communication to participants' parents/carers.
Requirements
* Passion for cricket and experience in coaching youth players.
* Minimum of ICC Level 2 / ECB Level 2 coaching qualification or equivalent.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Flexibility to work varied hours and locations as required.
* Commitment to fostering inclusivity and supporting young players from diverse backgrounds.
To fulfil the role requirements, you will be required to live in Scotland and have the right to work in the UK.
Appointment Duration
This is a temporary appointment.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Cricket Scotland is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences. We believe that diversity of thought and lived experience strengthens our leadership and helps us better deliver our vision and strategy for the future of Scottish Cricket.
Our Values
* We are proud to be diverse, committed to being inclusive and welcoming.
* We are transparent and accountable to ourselves and our sport.
* We ensure people are central to everything we do.
* We are bold and brave to drive the sport forward.
* We always remember cricket should be enjoyable for all.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click on the apply button below. You will thereafter provide your contact details, respond to the questions posed, and then upload a covering letter onto our recruitment portal outlining:
These are fixed term opportunities, during 2026. Much of the work will be undertaken between January to March, with additional involvement on competition days thereafter.
10 coaching sessions will typically be delivered within each hub between January and March, with flexible working hours depending on the hubs.
Sessions typically last between 1.5 and 4.5 hours depending on the number of squads you are coaching.
As a Lead Coach, you will receive £25.00 per hour, which is made up of a base rate of £22.31, and rolled up holiday pay entitlement of £2.69, due to the irregular hours worked.
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