We are seeking enthusiastic Hockey Coaches for our 2025 Season. Diocesan School for Girls is a place of academic, sporting, and cultural excellence. We are a high performing independent Anglican School with girls who are motivated to learn. Our students have access to state of the art educational and sporting facilities. Our school is a place of innovation and inspiration, where we help girls develop skills for the ever-changing world.
Job Description
About our Hockey Coaching Roles:
Season: May - September (Term 2 & 3)
Additional optional hours: Trials: Feb- April. Pre-Season: Feb - April. Post Season: Oct - Dec. Holiday Camps: Dec, July & Oct. Holiday Clinics: All year.
Your Key Responsibilities will be:
Working alongside the Head of Hockey in leading and planning engaging training sessions
Teaching, demonstrate & explain skills & game concepts to all students
Coaching / umpiring your team at their games
Ensuring the smooth running of operations week to week (communicate player availability/subs, venue changes etc)
Providing feedback to players & parents
Ensuring safety and maintaining appropriate student-to-coach ratios during all sessions
Fostering a positive and inclusive team environment
Communicating effectively with the Head of Hockey, Sports Department, Sports Director, students and parents
Overseeing, managing & helping support our student coaches week to week
Desired Skills and Experience
You will have the following Qualifications & Skills:
Proven experience in playing & coaching in Hockey (preferable but not essential)
Lots of initiative, enthusiasm and positive energy
Previous experience working with children
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to inspire and motivate young athletes
Commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive environment
Ability to communicate well & work collaboratively with parents and school staff
Additional Details:
Events: Coaches may be required to support students during key competitions, including school interzones, central zone days, exchanges, social events, school & tournaments (2XI, AIMS games etc).
How to Apply:
Sound like you? Please send through your application by Friday 18th April 2025.
For further information please email Francesca Rowley FRowley@diocesan.school.nz or Lucinda Batchelor lbatchelor@diocesan.school.nz. Otherwise, please apply online via our website www.diocesan.school.nz.
