Do you have a passion for netball? Have you experience of playing and you like the idea of helping others learn? Apply to work as a netball coach.
Where You Can Find Work
Netball is popular in countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries of the British Commonwealth. Outside of these countries the game is lesser-known and finding jobs can be more challenging.
This is a female dominated sport and mainly played by women, but coaching jobs are open to both men and women. There are full and part time jobs available working with children, adults and professional teams.
You can find work at netball clubs, schools, summer camps, sports/leisure centres and
How to Become a Netball Coach
Most professional netball sports coaches take qualification courses. In the UK you can take a Level 1 and Level 2 course which provides the skills and knowledge to become a successful coach. These courses help you to develop your coaching and interpersonal skills, gain confidence and secure a job.
A knowledge of the game and rules is important and most employers will require a criminal background check. To stand the best chances of getting employment you will also need a friendly/positive attitude, be approachable, and know how to work with teams and people.
If you are just starting out, you might want to volunteer or do work experience placements with netball clubs. You will get to learn alongside lead/assistant coaches to improve your skills and techniques.
Salaries
Imagine getting paid to do a job you love, a dream right? The average salary of a netball coach really varies depending on the role, experience and employer. In the UK professional netball coaches earn around £30,000 per year. If you work freelance you can expect to be paid around £15 per hour.
Netball Volunteer Programs
Turn a passion for rugby and apply for volunteer programs coaching netball in countries like South Africa. Help young players learn the skills to develop in the sport. These placements can be very rewarding, and are also a great way to improve your knowledge and CV – perfect for future job applications.
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