Director of Cricket

The Director of Cricket is responsible for the strategic leadership, development, and performance of both senior and junior Cricket – we have circa 350 juniors. This role ensures alignment between junior and senior cricket, provides excellent training for all players and promotes enjoyment of cricket for players of all abilities. The role will work closely alongside our Director of Girls Cricket.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive cricket strategy aligned with the club’s vision
• Lead the training programme for 350 juniors
• Promote a positive and inclusive club culture
• Work closely with the Committee to drive long-term sustainability and success
• Support/assist/work alongside separate Director of Women and Girls Cricket

2. Senior Cricket

• Represent the 1st Team in all League and Cup Matches during the season
• Oversee Senior teams training
• Ensure consistent standards across all senior teams

3. Junior Cricket Management

• Organize, lead and coordinate the Junior program including summer training, junior fixtures, winter training, 1:1 coaching, holiday camps, All Stars and Dynamos
• Develop age-appropriate coaching frameworks and session plans
• Ensure alignment between Junior coaching philosophy and Senior Cricket
• Identify and nurture emerging talent

4. Disability Cricket

• Build and develop Disability Cricket

5. Coaching & Staff Development

• Manage coaches and support staff
• Implement coach education initiatives
• Promote best-practice coaching methodologies
• Keep up to date with best practices and techniques including attending appropriate CPD sessions

6. Selection & Player Development

• Join the Senior Team Selection Committee
• Facilitate talent identification and encourage development of leaders

7. Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety Requirements

8. Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as an ambassador for the club
• Develop a relationship with local schools
• Build strong relationships with players, parents and volunteers
• Support and develop club events, presentations, and promotional activities

Key Selection Criteria

• Proven experience in cricket coaching and program leadership
• Demonstrated success in developing both senior and junior players
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Current coaching accreditation (e.g., Level 2+ or equivalent)
• Current DBS

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Improved senior team competitiveness and results
• Junior-to-Senior transition rate
• Player retention and satisfaction levels
• Coach development and retention
• Maintain (or grow) Junior Teams – 3 at each of u9/10/11/12/13. 2 at each of u14 & u15. 1 at each of u17 & u19, 1 x disability team
• Maintain Senior Teams – 5 Saturday, 1 Sunday
• Successfully set up Junior Academy

Personal Attributes

• Inspirational and values-driven leader
• Strong relationship builder
• Strategic thinker with operational discipline
• Passionate about long-term player development
• Professional, approachable, and accountable
• Technically literate/willing to learn and use technology
• Self starter/problem solver/finds a way to deliver