Casual Community Coach (Inclusive)

Job Title:            Casual Community Coach

Reports to:          Partnership Manager

Location:            Middlesex Indoor Cricket School and the 17 boroughs of Middlesex

Contract Type:   Contractor
Contract Term:   Casual  

Salary:                 £25 per hour   

Middlesex in the Community are the charitable arm of Middlesex Cricket. We promote and deliver cricket across the 17 London boroughs that form the cricket County of Middlesex.

We are looking for Casual Community Coaches to join our inclusivity team*. You will be part of the Middlesex in the Community team who work in one of the most vibrant cities in the world, London! We deliver participation focused cricket, working with the SEND community via local schools, youth groups, community engagement programmes and charities to allow everyone to take part in the game. We are a charity that embraces difference, pushes the boundaries on what can be achieved and wants to lead on the world stage. We believe in the power of sport, in its ability to unify communities, develop people and improve environments so that everyone can take part and thrive in cricket!

*Please note that these roles are to work as self-employed contractors, employment contracts are not available.  

Principal responsibilities

The purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality, inclusive cricket sessions across Middlesex. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Delivering Super 1s hubs, SEND School Coaching and Table Cricket


• Supporting inclusive cricket festivals, competitions, and community events.


• Ensuring all sessions are safe, inclusive, and delivered in line with ECB guidelines and Middlesex Cricket safeguarding standards.


• Adapting coaching styles and activities to meet the needs of players with varying abilities and backgrounds.


• Acting as a positive ambassador for Middlesex Cricket and the Inclusive Cricket Programme.


• Attending training, CPD, and team meetings as required to support programme development.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Level 2 or Core/ Foundation ECB Coaching Qualification or equivalent qualification


• Disclosure and Barring System Check (assistance available)


• First Aid Certificate (assistance available)


• Safeguarding Level 2 Qualification (assistance available)


• Experience coaching young people of different abilities


• Experience working within the SEND community


• Ability to travel by public transport to various locations.


• Ability to work to individual and team targets.


• Adopt a positive Customer Service approach


• Ability to communicate with key stake holders and customers

We expect all accepted applicants to adhere to our values and culture around safeguarding and EDI as described below:

Safeguarding

• Demonstrate, at all times, a commitment to safeguarding children and adults


• Implement safeguarding policies and procedures within Middlesex Cricket, remaining up to date with relevant training needs 


• Report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with MITC’s Safeguarding Reporting Procedure

EDI

• Assist in fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect and equal opportunities for all


• Actively challenge discrimination and harassment of any kind


• Help the organisations EDI goals by taking a proactive stance in creating an inclusive environment

Please note that you will be required to complete and return a Safer Recruitment Application Form if you are shortlisted and invited to interview. 

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 27th of October 2025 . Interviews will be held in November, date TBC.

The interview process may include both a panel interview to discuss your experience and a practical interview at a current MITC session.

Please note that due to the volume of applications the Club receives, we are unable to provide specific feedback on unsuccessful applications. All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK, sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role.

Middlesex in the Community (MITC) is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and adults at risk that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, vetting checks and the seeking of references. We ensure we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our services.

MITC are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. MITC will ensure that all existing and potential employees receive equal consideration, and is committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of the Equality Act 2010.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

MITC aim for its work force, at all levels, to reflect the composition of the City’s population. To achieve this, MITC will take active and positive steps to eliminate discrimination, reduce the effects of past discrimination and to promote equality in employment.

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