This is an exciting opportunity to undertake a key role in the management and development of Hockey at our successful co-educational and boarding School situated 12 miles East of York. We have a strong tradition of sporting excellence, participation and enjoyment and this is an ideal opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable sporting professional to really shape this role and make it their own. The successful candidate will play a fundamental role in developing and implementing our bold Strategic Education Vision, alongside our Director of Sport, to make a significant impact on the sporting life of our School.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient and highly organised individual with an appropriate coaching qualification. You will have played Hockey to a high standard in the past and you’ll have significant experience of coaching children. A sports coaching related degree would be advantageous but isn’t essential.

The ability to motivate, stretch and inspire children from 7 – 18 is crucial and you’ll have the ambition, drive and energy to further develop the role for the Foundation with a focus on growing strong, collaborative relationships with our key stakeholders and the wider community. You will lead the strategic development of Hockey, promote participation at all levels and support pupils to achieve to the best of their ability.

Candidates should note that the position is a wide-ranging one and the post holder will require a strong and flexible commitment to the needs of the Foundation. You will have the opportunity to be involved in other sports during PE and games lessons at both the Senior and Prep School as well as contribute to our outstanding boarding provision. In making the appointment, particular regard will be given to the potential exhibited by candidates as well as to their experience and for the right candidate there may be the opportunity of an Assistant Director of Sport role alongside the above role. Accommodation on site can be provided if required.

Pocklington School is a wonderful place to work. We are a supportive, kind and caring team who strive to maintain a good balance between home and work life. We enjoy what we do and seek to support all those around us in their professional and personal development. We care for our employees, providing good food, refreshments and social activities for all. You are required to work an average of 37 hours per week from Monday to Saturday during term time only plus 4 weeks (for Sports tours and Pre-season training).

For an informal chat about the role please contact David Byas, Director of Sport on 01759 321200 or mainoffice@pocklingtonschool.com

For further information please call 01759 322666 or email recruitment@pocklingtonschool.com

All our current vacancies can be found at: https://www.pocklingtonschool.com/work-with-us where you will be directed to apply via the TES website.

Closing Date: 9am 2nd June 2025

At Pocklington School we strive to inspire, support & celebrate equity, diversity & inclusion, indeed this is so fundamental that it is one of our core strategic objectives. As such we are committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce. As part of our recruitment process, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability and age. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and believe that a diverse team enhances innovation, creativity and success. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their best.

Pocklington School Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.