Sports Coaches – Football and Netball

Hours: Part-time (5–15 hours per week), term time only

Start Date: August 2026

Hamilton College is a non-denominational Christian Independent School for children and young people from the ages of 2-18.

Hamilton College is seeking to appoint enthusiastic and experienced Football and Netball Coaches to support the delivery of high-quality sport across both the curriculum and an expanding co-curricular programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive and ambitious school community, contributing to a thriving sports programme and inspiring pupils to develop a lifelong enjoyment of sport.

Working across both the Junior and Senior School, you will play a key role in fostering participation, enhancing performance, and supporting pupils of all abilities.

Reporting to the Director of Sport, responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality football and/or netball training sessions
• Coaching pupils within curriculum lessons and co-curricular clubs
• Leading teams at fixtures and competitions
• Supporting the continued development and growth of both sports programmes
• Contributing to coaching and officiating duties

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about sport
• Have experience coaching football and/or netball
• Can deliver engaging and inclusive sessions for young people
• Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills
• Are committed to promoting participation, teamwork, and sporting excellence

Relevant coaching qualifications and safeguarding awareness are desirable.

How to apply

Applicants must click on the s1jobs APPLY button to apply for the position. Please note that CVs are not accepted as part of the application process.

The successful applicant must be either an existing member of the PVG Scheme or be prepared to join this scheme and prove their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. An offer of employment will be subject to two satisfactory references and a clean report from Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme.

The Headteacher is happy to have an informal telephone conversation with interested candidates, and this can be arranged through emailing hcapplications@ hamiltoncollege.co.uk.

Applications open on 12 June and close on 27 July 2026 at 12 noon. Interviews week beginning 17 August 2026.

Christian Schools (Scotland) Limited is a registered charity trading as Hamilton College - SC006206