Head Coach University of Glasgow Women’s Basketball 2nd Team

Responsible to Glasgow University Women’s Basketball Club Committee

Pay £14 an hour

Role Duration 14th September 2026 - May 2026

Location The University of Glasgow, predominately: Stevenson Building University Avenue G12 8QQ

Hours 6 hours per week. Training (provisional) takes place on Mondays (08:00–09:30) and Thursdays (18:30–20:00), with BUCS fixtures held on Wednesdays (home or away).

Contact Email: President - Orla Dolan at President-Womensbasketball@gusa.gla.ac.uk with your CV and a cover letter.

Who we are

The Second Team provides a competitive and supportive environment for student athletes, representing the University in BUCS 2A. Following promotion in the 2025/26 season, the team has continued to perform at a strong level and is focused on building further success. Fixtures take place on Wednesdays, alongside twice-weekly training sessions and access to the University’s excellent Strength & Conditioning facilities. Training is designed to challenge players while remaining enjoyable, supporting individual development, improving fitness and basketball performance, and helping the team continue to progress.

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

Date published: 6 July 2026
Date updated: 6 July 2026

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