Women's Assistant Coach

For more than 160 years, Yorkshire County Cricket Club has shaped the game and hosted some of cricket’s most iconic moments. As one of the most successful and recognisable clubs in world cricket, Yorkshire holds a unique place in the sport’s history.

Through Chasing Glory: 2026–2036, Yorkshire is entering an exciting new era — a long-term strategy focused on returning the Club to the top of the game, strengthening our connection with communities across the county, reenergising Headingley, and building a Club that can thrive for generations to come.

We are looking to for an experienced high-performance coach who specialises in bowling to join our coaching team and work with our elite players across our Tier 1 professional squad. Reporting to the Head Coach and working closely with our other coaches, this role will proactively support the development of the culture and environment of The Yorkshire County Cricket Club women's team and support with the implementation of the high-performance strategy, and contribute towards sustainable success aligned to Club’s vision, mission statement and value.

Reporting to the Head Coach, this role will involve:

• Deliver squad, small group and one to one coaching sessions in accordance with the programme
• Assist the preparation of winter and pre-season programmes
• Assist in the development and communication of match day tactical leadership to all players including the sourcing of key information on opponents and players to develop team plans and strategies.
• Support the development, implementation and monitoring of individual development programmes for players.
• Proactively assist the creation of an environment in which players prepare and perform to the highest standard of professional cricket, both on-and-off the pitch

We are looking for people who meet the below criteria:

• Minimum ECB Level 3 coaching qualification or equivalent, or have obtained their level 2 and willing to work towards level 3
• Demonstrable success as a cricket coach at a professional domestic or international level
• Demonstrable experience having developed elite level and aspiring elite level players over a sustained period of time
• Demonstrable experience and/or commitment to delivering the principles of the Club’s EDI strategy

For more information about the role, you can access the job description here.

Working at Yorkshire Cricket, you will benefit from the following:

• Health cash plan provider
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays which increases based on years of service
• Pension contributions
• Yorkshire County Cricket Club membership
• Access to employee assistance programmes
• Enhanced parental leave
• Volunteering leave
• Wellbeing and cultural leave

Yorkshire Cricket is committed to safeguarding children and adults. Due to this role being in regulated activity, the postholder will be required to undertake an ECB Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check; it is a criminal offence for a barred person to attempt to engage with vulnerable groups. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Should you have any questions regarding the vacancy or the different areas this role covers, do not hesitate to get into contact with us at [email protected].