St Charles College, founded in 1875, is an independent Christian boys’ College situated in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa,
catering for day boys from Grade 000 to Matric with boarders from Year 4 upwards. The College has written the University of Cambridge IGCSE, AS Level and A Level Examinations since 2002.
High-Performance Hockey Coach
We are seeking a High-Performance Hockey Coach who will play a key role in enhancing the quality of coaching and player development across the Prep and Senior School hockey programmes. Working closely with the Hockey Specialist, the successful candidate will deliver high-quality coaching, support the development of players and coaches, and contribute to a positive, unified, and high-performance hockey environment aligned with the values and philosophy of St Charles College.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality coaching that supports the school’s player development pathway through team, small group, and individual coaching.
- Coach allocated teams, plan and deliver training sessions, coach matches, and contribute to tournament preparation and performance reviews.
- Support and mentor coaches, promoting consistency in coaching philosophy and best practice across the programme.
- Assist with player performance analysis, talent identification, and the monitoring of player development.
- Collaborate with the Strength & Conditioning department to enhance hockey-specific athletic development.
- Support the delivery of hockey clinics, festivals, tournaments, camps, and other programme initiatives.
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, modelling the school’s values and fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performance hockey culture.
- Work within the Christian values and mission of the College.
Requirements:
- At least 3 to 5 years of proven hockey experience in the same or similar position.
- Level 3 FIH coaching qualification.
- High-Performance experience will be essential.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor young athletes.
- Availability for fixtures, tours and tournaments.
How do you apply?
Only persons with the appropriate qualifications and experience will be considered. If you feel you suit the above position, please complete the application form which, can be found by clicking on the link provided below.
To apply, click on the following: Link
Applications close on 28 August 2026
St Charles College is committed to employment equity, and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups.
In line with POPIA, the College will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information, but it will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
The College reserves the right not to fill the post. An application will not entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment,
and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in the applicant automatically disqualifying
themselves from consideration. If you have not heard from St Charles College within six weeks of your application, please
consider that it has been unsuccessful.
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