Beckenham CC: Director of Coaching & Development (Deadline – Dec 31)

Cricexec; Greater London; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cricket club in Kent is seeking a Director of Coaching & Development to lead their coaching strategy across both junior and senior sections. This role involves managing coaches, developing player pathways, and fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates should hold a Level 3 ECB qualification or equivalent, with experience in coaching at a high level. The position also offers a competitive salary and the potential to build a successful coaching business within a thriving club.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus incentives

Coaching opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Dedicated, organized, and passionate leader.
• Proven experience in leading and managing coaches.
• Current DBS clearance and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the club’s coaching strategy across all sections.
• Manage and support coaching staff to ensure quality.
• Develop structured player development pathways.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Experience in coaching

Talent identification

Community engagement

Education

ECB Core Coach/Level 3 qualification

Job description

Link to Apply: https://www.thepca.co.uk/job/director-of-coaching-development-beckenham-cc

Job Details

Salary: Rewards & Opportunities • Competitive salary (£8–15k DOE) with performance bonus incentives • Significant scope for 1-2-1 and group coaching (450+ playing members). • A genuine opportunity to build a cricket coaching business within a thriving club.

Closing Date: 31 December 2025

Contact Name: Chris Barnett

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]

Club/Company: Beckenham Cricket Club

Join Beckenham Cricket Club (BCC), one of Kent’s leading clubs, as our new Director of Coaching & Development and help shape the future of player and coach development across the club.

Who We Are

Located close to London, Beckenham Cricket Club (BCC) is one of the most prestigious clubs in Kent, boasting a beautiful ground and a proud history. We welcome players from elite standard to those looking for a friendly Sunday game. The junior section is actually one of the largest in the country, comprising over 350 boys and girls aged between 5-17, all of whom play in leagues and cups across Kent, Surrey and nationwide. Our ambition is to provide the best junior section possible at both producing and nurturing elite talent, whilst giving the opportunities and experience that team sport provides. Our total membership including male, female players & parents is close to 1000 members. The First XI have been promoted back to the Kent Championship, and were previously Kent Premier League champions in 2017 and 2019.

The Role

As Director of Coaching at BCC, you will:

• Lead and oversee the club’s coaching strategy across junior and senior sections, with the majority of focus on the clubs junior section and senior pathway
• Manage and support coaches, ensuring high-quality, consistent coaching throughout the club
• Develop structured player development pathways from juniors to elite-level cricket
• Design and deliver training programmes tailored to the needs of players at all levels
• Run and support specialist coaching sessions, including 1-to-1s and holiday camps
• Work closely with captains, coaches, and the committee to align coaching with club goals
• Foster an inclusive, safe, and enjoyable environment for all members
• While playing for the club would be welcome, it is not essential to the role

Coaching Calendar Overview

Summer:

• Lead U11 and U13 coaching on Monday & Friday evenings between 17.30 – 19.45pm for 12 Weeks during the season
• Lead Senior Adult Training on Tuesday Nights between 18.00 – 20.30
• Lead Sunday morning coach for 2 sessions – Softball 9 – 10.30 – Hardball 10.45 –12.15

Winter:

• Pre Christmas junior indoor nets (hard ball and softball)
• Post Christmas junior indoor nets (hard ball and softball)
• Adult Winter Training after Christmas between 19.30 – 21.00

Year Round:

• Community engagement, player recruitment & promotion of BCC

About You

• We are looking for a dedicated, organised and passionate leader.
• ECB Core Coach/Level 3 qualification (or higher) or equivalent.
• Experience playing or coaching at county or premier-league club level.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and inspire coaches and players.
• Current DBS clearance & Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to identify talent and build pathways to senior cricket, whilst driven to build your own successful coaching business within a club

How to apply

If you’re excited about the opportunity to help lead a progressive cricket club and play a pivotal role in shaping its future success, we’d love to hear from you. Please email: [e-mail]