PURPOSE

This position will play a key role in supporting the vision of “exceptional coaching, inspired players and creating a legacy for the game". The role will have a specific focus on modernising the Coach Education offer and implementing initiatives that transform the way learning can be accessed and embedded.  

This role will create a flexible and blended approach to the core ECB offer (with a variety of ‘time and place opportunities’) which allow coaches to learn and develop in a way that suits them. The role will have the opportunity to creatively develop modern, engaging and EDI appropriate content. It requires the ability to analyse coaching needs, adopt novel learning methodologies whilst balancing strategic thinking and operational detail. The role will suit someone passionate about leading a transformational shift in our approach towards a tailored offer of continuous learning. 

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social.  It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB wants cricket to be the most inclusive sport in England and Wales. The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency. 

• Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game. 

• Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game. 

• Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward. 

YOU’LL BE DOING

• In collaboration with the Head of Coach Development, strategically lead the future focused development of a continuous learning approach and the associated integration of our coaching qualifications. 

• Lead the transition to a flexible, blended, continuous learning and development offer with a variety of time and place opportunities 

• Using insights from the game, support the design of a range of professional development opportunities to develop a highly skilled coaching workforce 

• In support of the Head of Coach Development ensure the technology meets the needs of the learning and development offer 

• Support the targeted programme manager in the design of our programme offer ensuring alignment with our learning and development principles 

• Develop and embed the principles of RPL/QBE within the coach education programmes  

YOU’LL HAVE

• Experience of designing a blended learning offer for coaches. 

• Experience of delivering a needs analysis process. 

• High level understanding of learning and development principles. 

• Experience of working with and across both internal and external stakeholders. 

• Experience of facilitating coach development workshops. 

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Competitive salary

• Holiday - 25 days a year

• Volunteering – 2 days a year

• Pension - Non-contributory pension

• Private medical insurance

• Employee health cash-back plan

• Long-term sickness insurance

• Life assurance - four times your annual basic salary

• Enhanced family leave and pay

• OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool

• People Academy - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice

• 30% Castore discount

• Cycle 2 Work Scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Preferential access to tickets to England and The Hundred games

• Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network