We are seeking Participation Officers to work in schools throughout 2024 across a number of programs:

• Schools Roadshow (Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3): Participation Officers will introduce students to hockey in a fun and safe environment and encourage students to join the local Hookin2Hockey program
• Sporting Schools: Officers will deliver a series of Hockey clinics to a class of primary school students, either during schools hours or after school, over the course of a minimum of 4 weeks
• Access All Abilities: Officers will deliver clinics in Specialist schools and may assist with Interschool competitions

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience in the sports or education industry, and as the bulk of the Schools Roadshow are outside of the university calendar.

Complete training is provided with the role, along with opportunities for further education in the junior participation space year-round.

For a detailed position description please view: Participation Officer Position Description

To apply, please visit the following link: https://form.jotform.com/232888194683978

If you would like more information please contact schools@hockeyvictoria.org.au

Expressions of interest - 2025 Womens Premier League and Mens Premier League Head Coaching Positions

Southern United is one of Melbourne’s largest and most successful Premier Leagues hockey clubs. Our Womens Premier League team has featured in finals in four of the past five seasons and our Mens Premier League team has featured in finals in each of the past six completed seasons, having delivered the ultimate Premiership success in 2018 and 2019.

We seek expressions of interest from appropriately qualified coaches, who can demonstrate success in developing players and teams at an elite level to coach for the 2025 season.

Applicants must have residential status to work in Australia. Applicants are asked to nominate for either Womens, or Mens Premier League roles.

Please express your interest via email to secretary@SUHC.com.au with a short email (no more than one page) outlining your experience. The club will then follow up with more information and details about the application process for suitable applicants.

MEN’S VIC LEAGUE – COACHING VACANCY

2025 Winter Season – Vic League Coaching Opportunity

Knox Hockey Club seeks expressions of interest for experienced and motivated coach to lead its Men’s Vic League team in 2025 and beyond.

The successful candidate will hold responsibility for organisation a training plan to develop the skills, fitness and knowledge of team and players, the development of game plan and strategies to maximise team performance.

We seek a positive individual who shares the core values of the club and a desire to develop a cohesive men's section from top to bottom.

Responsibilities of the role

• Plan and run training sessions that focus and achieve improvements to individual and team performance.
• Introduce and develop game plans to maximise the capabilities and potential of the team.
• Coach players individuals to assist in the achievement of personal improvement of skills and knowledge.
• Work with and support players across men’s section, including junior girls, to improve skills and knowledge throughout the wider playing group.
• Work closely with the Hockey Manager and Men’s Coordinator to develop and execute a season plan for training, games and other team activities.
• Attend weekly team selection meetings and provide players with regular feedback on selection decisions,
• Assess player performance and provide feedback to help them improve their skills.
• Recommend appropriate fitness programs for the team.
• Motivate team members and be central in driving a positive culture and team environment.
• Work in partnership with other coaches within the men’s section.

Desirable Qualities

• Hockey coaching experience with open age teams. For the head coach role a minimum of 5 years of coaching experience is preferred.
• Hockey Australia coaching accreditation.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to help players to improve with individualised feedback.
• Capacity to motivate team members to focus and excel in games and training.
• Knowledge and capacity to teach hockey skills and game strategies.
• Capacity to undertake game review and provide advice on performance to players.
• Ability to recognise and respond to tactical changes on game day.
• Availability to attend training and games throughout the 2025 winter season.

Why coach at Knox?

We offer…

• A brand new hockey facility in Wantirna,
• Availability of resources and equipment to support coaches and teams to achieve their goals,
• A club focussed on achieving growth and development across all sections,
• The opportunity to work with a young, competitive group who are focussed on team and individual improvement,
• A remunerated role.

If you are interested in this role, Knox Hockey Club invites applications with a resume and cover letter. Applications should include reference to relevant experience and why you believe you would be suited to the role.

Applications can be sent via email to hockey@knoxhockeyclub.com.au. Any queries on the role should be directed to Courtney Mann (Head of Hockey). Phone: 0419 455 264.

Knox Hockey Club intends to undertake interviews the suitable interested candidates as soon as possible, with a preference to confirm a 2025 coach before the end of the current season.