This position is responsible for coordination, leadership, supervision, and the delivery of a high quality coaching program for the KYFS Athletic Club Basketball team that increases participation and performance in sports and academics. By working with high school students interested in sports, a high school coach provides the necessary practice, support and advice for the team to be successful against opposing teams in a sports season.

This is a part time position working approximately 10 hours per week, but possibly up to 19 hours depending on games and tournaments. Must be available to work on weekends and have a flexible schedule to meet the demands of the program.

Schedule is primarily in the evenings Monday to Friday, 4pm to 9pm, for practice and weekends on Saturday and Sunday for morning practice and afternoon games.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• [Create and implement a high quality coaching program, to maximize participation and performance of competitive teams.]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Plan for each activity session to ensure the program demonstrates progression throughout, linked to the principles of Long-term Athlete Development.]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Coordinate the delivery of an innovative recreational program and attract new participants of High School levels and create pathways for continued participation.]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Ensure all equipment associated with the coaching program is correctly set up, maintained, stored and returned on completion of the coaching programme ]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Implement appropriate Health and Safety policies and procedures in line with KYFS and the relevant Sporting Governing Body policies.]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Adhere to the KYFS Code of Ethics and Conduct for Sports Coaches and also the relevant Sporting Governing Body Code of Conduct.]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Provide appropriate mentoring, support and guidance to other coaches, players and student volunteers. ]{times="" new="" roman""=""}

[Monitor and evaluate all sessions, activities and programs and provide the KYFS Athletic Club Director with concise progress reports and training logs linked to agreed work program.]{times="" new="" roman""=""}

[Responsible for your continuous professional development and attend relevant training courses to improve your coaching delivery.]{times="" new="" roman""=""}