Organisation Mill Hill School Salary £35p/h 10-12 hours per week Location Mill Hill, North London Contract type Permanent (Part time) Closing date 15 June 2026 Interview date 18 June 2026 Job Description The Hockey Coach is a key member of a forward-thinking and ambitious Sports Department. The successful applicant will support the School’s vision to gain national recognition and compete at the highest levels.
Start Date – 27 August 2026
The hours below indicate the typical schedule, although they can be adjusted depending on the successful candidate’s availability:
Monday: 2.30pm – 5.30pm
Tuesday: 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Wednesday: 2.30pm – 5.30pm
Thursday: 3.30pm – 5.00pm
Friday: 3.30pm – 5.00pm
Saturday: Fixtures (to be confirmed)
Please note that final working hours will be agreed in line with the candidate’s availability.
Hockey Coach – Job Description
General Responsibilities & Expectations
Support the aims and objectives of the Mill Hill Education Group
Comply with the Mill Hill School Foundation Health and Safety Policy
Promote the general progress, wellbeing, and safety of all pupils you coach
Maintain good order and discipline among pupils during coaching sessions, fixtures, training camps, and off‑site activities
Be an outstanding ambassador for Mill Hill Sport, modelling the values of the Games programme: Fit for Life and Fit for Performance
Contribute to a professional, collaborative, and high-performing coaching culture
Work positively within a framework of professional development, feedback, and training
Attend key whole‑school events such as Open Mornings, sports tournaments, and Foundation Day
Core Hockey Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality Hockey coaching sessions within timetabled Games lessons and in the extra-curricular programme for pupils aged 13–18
Run or assist in running a school Hockey squad
Lead training sessions and fixtures (including officiating where required) during the pupils’ midweek and weekend programmes.
Assist the Head of Hockey in delivering a high-level pre-season training programme for the Autumn term & Spring term
Keep up to date with the latest trends in hockey coaching, athlete development, and training methodology, incorporating these into Mill Hill’s hockey strategy
Support the Head of Hockey in providing video and performance analysis for teams and individual players
Work with the Head of Hockey to deliver a coach education programme for hockey coaches across the Foundation
Promote Mill Hill Hockey across London and the surrounding area, raising the profile of the programme
Help increase the number and quality of talented hockey players applying for 11+, 13+, and 16+ sports scholarships
Player Development & Performance
Oversee team and squad selection, tracking player progression and maintaining accurate records
Contribute to the development of Scholars through collaboration with the Performance Team (S&C, nutrition, psychology, sports therapy)
Assist with early morning, lunchtime, or after-school hockey and performance sessions where required
Support the holistic development of players through guidance on training habits, recovery, wellbeing, and performance behaviours
Contribute to educational workshops for hockey athletes on topics such as mindset, nutrition, preparation, and performance expectations
Equipment & Administration
Assist the Head of Hockey in maintaining, organising, and auditing all hockey equipment
Participate in administrative and organisational tasks linked to coaching, fixtures, tournaments, and programme delivery
Report concerns regarding incidents, fire, loss, theft, damage, or irregularities
Attend and contribute to staff meetings related to hockey and wider sport as required
Safeguarding & Conduct
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with pupils
Ensure safe and effective management of all coaching sessions, adhering to school safeguarding and risk‑assessment protocols
Additional Responsibilities
Carry out all duties reasonably requested by the Head of Hockey, Director of Sport, or Head of Mill Hill School
Maintain a flexible approach to working hours in line with a busy sporting calendar
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
Awareness of safeguarding and child protection issues, with knowledge of safeguarding principles and procedures
High professional and personal standards
A genuine love of coaching hockey and inspiring pupils through the sport
A track record of developing young players in performance and participation environments
Ambition to contribute positively to a growing and evolving hockey programme
Previous experience teaching or coaching hockey, supported by appropriate hockey or sport-related coaching qualifications
Ability to deliver an appropriate hockey programme for pupils of all abilities, balancing technical development, tactical understanding, competitive match play, and game-based learning
Understanding of the needs of young athletes within a developmental performance pathway
Ability to plan purposeful sessions that align with schemes of work and the wider Games programme ethos of Fit for Life and Fit for Performance
Strong knowledge of current trends, best practice, and innovative techniques in hockey coaching and player development
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Flexibility and availability for mid‑week and weekend training sessions, fixtures, and tournaments
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a coaching team and within a multidisciplinary performance environment
Desirable Qualities
Previous experience coaching or teaching within a school environment
Strong understanding of young people, their educational needs, and their developmental stages
Availability to attend national or international hockey tours and events
Recognised coaching qualification or working towards this
Ability to drive a minibus (D1 licence)
First Aid qualification
Ability to officiate competitive hockey fixtures and tournaments
Experience working with players on aspirational or performance pathway programmes
Experience using video analysis, digital tools, or performance-tracking technology