CASUAL - Sports Coach (Student Enrichment… at Durham… · Durham

The Durham University Student Experience are currently looking to recruit a number of sports coaches for the 2026/2027 academic year.

We’re building a coaching team with strengths across multiple sports, and we’re open to coaches from any sporting background. Whether you specialise in team sports, individual performance, we’re interested in the experience and passion you bring. If you’re committed to helping people grow through sport, you’ll fit right in.

Job hours and work pattern will be directly agreed with the Hiring Manager.

The University

At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historical setting – Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally.

Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.

Further information about the University can be found here.

The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required. RoleResponsibilities Sports Coach (Student Experience)

Casual Grade 4

Under instruction and following appropriate training:

• Deliver coaching sessions to student athletes / teams to improve their performance
• Evaluate performance and provide suitable feedback
• Assess strengths and weaknesses in the student athlete’s/team’s performance and identifying areas for further development
• Liaise with the relevant hiring manager to co-ordinate support service provision for individual athletes, clubs and teams
• Ensure that student athletes train and perform in line with health and safety regulations at all times.
• Where required, play for the Durham team in sport of expertise, as directed by the relevant head coach.

To apply for the role please complete the online application process, uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter.