About this role
Millfield School is seeking an experienced and inspirational Head of Cricket to lead and develop its cricket programme for students in Years 9–13. This is a senior coaching and leadership role within our ambitious sports environment, with responsibility for shaping player development, coaching standards and the strategic direction of cricket across the school.
Job Responsibilities:
Lead the planning, delivery and ongoing development of Millfield’s cricket programme for boys and girls
Coach teams and individual players throughout the year, with responsibility for a defined player group during the summer season
Design and oversee Individual Development Plans, working closely with students, parents and external partners
Lead the development and performance of the cricket coaching team, supporting high‑quality coaching practice
Build strong links with prep schools, county cricket clubs, universities and governing bodies to support talent development and recruitment
Contribute to the wider life of Millfield School and the continued development of Millfield Sport, including working with the Enterprises team during non-term time to support the commercial development of cricket‑related activities and programmes
About You:
An experienced cricket coach with a strong background in high‑performance, professional or school environments
Hold an ECB Level III qualification (or equivalent), with advanced coaching qualifications desirable
An effective leader, able to inspire students and develop colleagues
Knowledgeable about long‑term player development and integrating performance sport within an educational setting
Well organised and proactive, with strong communication skills and an ability to manage planning, logistics and budgets effectively
Working Hours and Salary:
This is a year‑round role working 42 hours per week, typically across Monday to Saturday, with occasional Sunday work required to support fixtures, tournaments or events
We offer a competitive salary, dependent on