Head County Coach: Oxfordshire

Location: Oxfordshire

About the Role

We’re looking for an energetic, inspiring Head Coach to lead and grow the Oxfordshire Junior County Programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a county pathway, work with talented young players, and be part of an exciting joint programme between National Badminton and Oxfordshire Badminton Association.

You’ll deliver year‑round county sessions, support player progression into competition, and help drive participation and performance across Oxfordshire. There is also strong scope to expand the role through individual coaching, while retaining 100% of your individual lesson income.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and deliver the Oxfordshire Junior County coaching programme

• Inspire and develop junior players across the county pathway

• Identify and nurture emerging talent

• Encourage and support players into competitions and Badminton England events

• Raise standards, participation, and engagement across county and community programmes

• Help promote Oxfordshire as a great place to play and develop in badminton

• Offer individual coaching to county and community players (paid directly to you)

What We’re Looking For

• UKCC Level 2 qualified (or Level 1 with willingness to complete Level 2)

• Passionate about junior development and performance pathways

• Confident leader with excellent communication and organisation skills

• Professional, reliable, and enthusiastic about growing the programme What You’ll Get

• Guaranteed, year‑round county coaching sessions

• PAYE salary with pension

• All equipment provided

• Yonex coaching kit

• Opportunity to retain 100% of income from individual coaching

• Support from a forward‑thinking, collaborative organisation

Key Details

• Hours: To be agreed (based around programme delivery)

• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

• Closing Date: Monday 11 th May

• Applications: Reviewed immediately

👉 Interested?

Find out more about the organisations involved:

• https://nationalbadminton.org.uk/

• https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/oxfordshirebadmintonassociation

Why join us?

🚀  Key moment to join National Badminton in terms of growth and opportunities
💆‍♀️  Our people matter, and work-life balance is important at National Badminton
📚  Fast-learning environment, entrepreneurial and strong team spirit
💵  Competitive salary package and performance-related pay, plus retain 100% income via individual coaching.
⭐️  Staff perks – discounts at over 30,000 of your favourite brands
🏸  Sponsorship opportunities with our partners Adidas and Ashaway
💚  Personal Development Plans, internal CPD, and grow your career at National Badminton

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please email a cover letter and your CV to julie@nationalbadminton.org.uk

If you would like to discuss this role, please get in touch with Julie directly by email or call on 020 8152 2896

Interviews will take place immediately.