Job Description

Engagement: Variable hours available

Location: The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ

Department: Netball

Closing Date For Applications: 9th June 2026

About the Role:

To deliver high-quality coaching sessions, planning training programmes, and supporting administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running and development of each squad, working across a range of age groups and performance levels within the Netball Community Programmes.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality netball coaching sessions to players of all ages and abilities.

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages participation and enjoyment of netball.

• Develop and implement training programs that cater to the individual needs of players.

• Monitor and evaluate player progress, providing constructive feedback to help them improve.

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during coaching sessions.

• Promote Nottingham Forest Netball and its programs within local communities.

• Assist in organising and running local netball events, tournaments, and competitions.

• Maintain equipment and ensure it is used safely and effectively.

• Attend CPD events organised by Nottingham Forest.

• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

What are we looking for:

• Netball coaching qualification for Head Coach (LEVEL 2 or ABOVE)

• Netball coaching qualification for Assistant Coach (LEVEL 1 or ABOVE)

• ·Previous coaching experience, preferably within a community setting.

• Excellent communication.

• Ability to inspire and motivate players of all ages and abilities.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in sports.

• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for travel between locations.

• First Aid certification

• Safeguarding certification

Forest For Everyone

We aim to create a culture which embraces and celebrates our differences, enables individuals to feel comfortable, maximise their potential and eliminate discrimination.

Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Nottingham Forest Football Club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code. We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.

Disability Confident Committed Employer

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

If you are likely to meet the definition of being a "disabled person" according to the Equality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via the Disability Confident Scheme - please indicate this in your application form below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment selections.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Nottingham Forest are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

As part of the Club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service (“DBS”) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the Club will act in a proportionate manner when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment.

An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments to the Club. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs that may have been incurred. The Club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the Club and the PL's safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of the employment.