Responsible to Glasgow University Women’s Basketball Club Committee
Pay £18 an hour
Role Duration 14th September 2026 - May 2026
Location The University of Glasgow, predominately: Stevenson Building University Avenue G12 8QQ
Hours 6–10 hours per week. Training (provisional) takes place on Tuesdays (06:30–08:30) and Fridays (19:00–21:00), with BUCS fixtures held on Wednesdays (home or away) and SLBA games varying week to week usually on weekday evenings or weekends 1-2 per week.
Contact Email: President - Orla Dolan at President-Womensbasketball@gusa.gla.ac.uk with your CV and a cover letter.
Who we are
The First Team competes in the top tier of BUCS in Scotland (BUCS 1A), as well as the SLBA, where they face strong club competition across Glasgow.
In the 2025/26 season, the First Team achieved 2nd-place finish in BUCS 1A and placed 4th in the SLBA. They also secured 2nd place at the International Les Parisiennes Tournament in Paris. Building on these successes, the team are aiming to go even further next season, with ambitions of claiming the BUCS title and continuing to improve performances across all competitions.
Fixtures are played on Wednesdays (BUCS), with additional SLBA games taking place on weekends and selected weeknights, averaging one extra fixture per week.
The team trains twice a week and benefits from access to the University’s excellent Strength & Conditioning facilities. Sessions are designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, creating an environment that supports player development, improves fitness and basketball performance, and helps the team continue its pursuit of success.
What we’re looking for
Friendly and approachable attitude with the motivation to take the club forward to even greater success
Strong basketball knowledge
Previous experience preparing and organising training sessions
Ability to communicate effectively
Candidates are able to commit to attend matches on Wednesdays and some weekends in addition to the weekly training sessions.
Key Responsibilities -
Organising training sessions and liaising with both the Club and Team Captains to develop solutions suitable for all our members
Manage squad selection & matchday line-ups
Collaborate with staff, team captain & club committee