We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Badminton Coach to join our team at Eton College. As a Badminton Coach, you will play a central role in delivering high-quality coaching and support to our pupils.

• Support the College's teaching staff in delivering our badminton coaching programme
• Coach pupils badminton to a high level, developing their skills and techniques
• Plan and deliver coaching sessions and activities, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants
• Assist with and run practice sessions, providing feedback and guidance to pupils
• Develop and discuss tactics and strategies for both individual and team play, promoting a positive and competitive team spirit
• Research and implement good practice in innovative and successful coaching, staying up-to-date with the latest techniques and methodologies
• Provide feedback and guidance on players' performance, physical and technical skill, and mental attitude
• Foster good sportsmanship and resolve any disputes or issues that may arise during coaching sessions
• Lend support to enhance badminton provision across all age groups, promoting a love of the sport and a commitment to excellence
• Ensure pupils train to a high level of health and safety at all times, adhering to College policies and procedures
• Commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, completing relevant training and adhering to College guidelines

• A strong background in playing/coaching badminton to a high level
• An understanding and commitment to the highest levels of pupil welfare
• A passion for badminton and a desire to share that passion with others
• An understanding and commitment to the aims and ethos of sport at Eton College
• An enthusiasm for developing students' games and promoting a love of the sport
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently
• An appreciation of the need for flexibility and patience when coaching
• The ability to work with a variety of age groups and adapt to different coaching styles
• Confidence to work alongside Eton staff to assist with coaching and upskilling teachers

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks.