NCCA Mens County Coach 2026 Season

17 Jan 2026   |   By

Herefordshire Cricket Limited

NCCA County Coach and Development XI Coach

Job Overview

Reporting to the General Manager the NCCA Coach will focus on managing and improving all aspects of Herefordshire NCCA Cricket and ensure that the best opportunities are available to produce the highest level of cricketer in Herefordshire that we can.  As the Lead Coach, you will be the primary coach and leader responsible for overseeing the 1st XI team, and the Development XI team. You will play a pivotal role in the development and performance of cricket within the county and contribute to the growing profile of the sport across the UK.

Principle Responsibilities

·         Manage and coordinate match details, selections, and tactical planning for your teams.

·         Ensure effective communication between players and coaches.

·         Actively scout and nurture young talent.

·         You will report to the General Manager and the HCL Board Director (Performance)

·         Establish a high quality and engaging programme of activities that allow cricketers to develop and be the best they can be.

·         Coaching and leading the 1st Xl Winter and Summer (where possible as many work FT) programme

·         Supporting the Development XI session winter programme

·         Supporting and leading U18 fixtures where required

·         Coaching and leading fixtures

·         Attend pathway related meetings as and when required

·         Attendance at the Performance  Operational Group bi-monthly meetings

Essential Skills and Qualifications

·         Minimum ECB Level 3 qualification or equivalent

·         Enhanced DBS

·         Must have significant coaching experience up to and including junior county and senior club level

·         Be a member of ECB Coaches Association and hold valid and up to date First Aid and Safeguarding qualifications

·         Excellent knowledge of the ECB Talent Development Framework

·         Good understanding of coaching structures and programmes to support player development

·         Understanding of safeguarding requirements in relation to running activities and programmes

·         Good knowledge of how equity, diversity and inclusion is integral to your work programme

·         Demonstrable Leadership & organisational skills

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·         Ability to monitor and work accurately to an agreed budget

·         Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

·         Commitment to a continual professional development programme

·         Good time management skills

·         Ability to work using their own initiative when completing tasks

·         Adaptable nature to accommodate flexible working patterns i.e. evenings & weekends

·         Ability to work as part of a team

·          Knowledge and understanding of the Talent ID programme within the England and Wales Cricket Board

·         Ability to develop and build strong working relationships

·         Full, clean and valid driving licence and access to a car (which can be used for business use)

·         Willingness to work unsociable hours and travel across the region.

Closing Date - Friday 30th January 2026

Send Covering Letter and CV to richardcox@herefordshirecricketltd.co.uk