Netball Coach & Academy Assistant

Fixed Term until 31st January 2028

About the Role

• Lead coaching and performance development of the College 2nd Netball Team competing in the AoC Premier League and National Cup
• Support the delivery and ongoing development of Hartpury’s netball programme
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Netball Academy Manager
• Contribute to a high-performance environment focused on student-athlete development
• Assist in the growth and success of the Netball Academy
• Help maintain and enhance Hartpury’s reputation as a leading netball provider in the education sector

About You

• Passionate and motivated netball coach with experience working with talented athletes in performance or educational settings
• Holds a minimum UKCC Level 1 Netball Coaching Qualification (First Aid qualification desirable)
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to player development and coaching excellence
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build positive relationships
• Committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and high-performance environment
• Proactive, collaborative, and flexible approach to both coaching and administrative duties
• Dedicated to upholding Hartpury’s values and contributing to the continued success and growth of the netball programme

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service, pro rata
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, paternity & shared parental leave
• Entry to seasonal events

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.  Our passionate, innovative business culture and strong support networks make Hartpury an exceptional place to develop professionally and progress your career.

At Hartpury, we’re committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace – a place where we can all be ourselves and everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities and disabled candidates. We offer an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for the role. We’ll also ensure fair treatment and provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process for anyone who needs them. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.  All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. 

For further information and to apply online please click on the Apply Now button or call the number to the right of this advert to request documents by post.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

It is our policy that we do not notify candidates who have been unsuccessful with their application. Therefore if you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, we regret that you have not been successful on this occasion.