Stratford Sport
Description
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Salary scale: £40k – £49k
To lead cricket operations. Drive performance, participation, and profitability to ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of Stratford Sports Club. Improve on-field performance; develop junior and academy programmes; attract sponsorship and grants; boost membership and retention; introduce data, KPIs and Performance Reviews; recruit and retain players; enhance Club’s reputation and brand; and align Cricket Strategy with the Club’s Business Goals.
Role Purpose
- Increase club revenue through programming, membership growth, and events.
- Improve quality and professionalism in coaching, operations, and member services.
- Develop greater visibility in the local community and stronger relationships with local schools and partners.
- Enhance volunteer retention and recruitment through improved structure and communication.
- Drive a year-round, integrated sports club experience that supports social and competitive play for all ages.
Key Responsibilities
Cricket Strategy and Delivery
- Lead all cricket operations: coaching, player development, and talent pathways.
- Deliver high-performance programmes across junior, academy and senior levels.
- Manage facilities, equipment, coaching staff, and fixture planning.
Operations and Administration
- Lead operational planning and scheduling.
- Develop team captains in aligning facility usage, training timetables, and match days.
- Deliver successful cricket processes – such as structured training, coach development, and player pathways.
- Facilitate collaborative sessions to improve communication and share best practices.
Community Engagement
- Lead outreach initiatives in local schools and community organisations.
- Organise holiday camps, and introductory sessions.
- Champion inclusive programmes that encourage broader participation and support underrepresented groups in sport.
Sponsorship and Revenue Generation
- Develop sponsorship and fundraising packages.
- Plan and deliver events to drive member engagement and attract sponsors.
- Support income generation through coaching sessions and seasonal camps.
Governance and Compliance
- Ensure safeguarding, inclusion, and health & safety policies are embedded.
- Assist with DBS checks, insurance, data protection, and volunteer coordination.
- Meet ECB standards, and relevant governing body accreditations.
Person Specification
- Exemplary leadership skills, with a minimum of ten years’ experience in the business of sport.
- An influencer with an extensive network of contacts.
- Detailed knowledge of the Sports Development framework.
- An obsessive eye for detail i.e. effective planning and organisational skills.
- Comprehensive commercial acumen with grant application experience.
- Vast technical and tactical knowledge, minimum level two ECB coach.
How to apply
To apply or for further information email: [email protected] and [email protected]