Closing Date: 16 October 2025
Location: Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Company: Woodridge College & Preparatory School
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Head of Hockey to lead our hockey program and inspire excellence both on and off the field. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of hockey at Woodridge and contribute to the development of confident, skilled players who embody respect and resilience.
Skills & Requirements:
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Relevant qualifications/hockey coaching credentials.
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Proven experience coaching hockey at school and provincial level.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills (with pupils, staff, parents, and external stakeholders).
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Leadership ability and use of initiative in a dynamic, team-orientated environment.
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Exceptional administration/organisational skills with attention to detail.
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Ability to motivate and connect with pupils of varying skill levels.
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A positive ambassador for hockey at all levels.
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Intermediate computer literacy skills.
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Ability to promote and embrace diversity and inclusion.
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Commitment to and the ability to promote the values, ethos and mission of the School.
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Driver’s licence/PDP is essential as travel will be required.
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Ability to work after hours, weekends, and holidays.
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First aid certification.
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Relevant clearance certificates.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Strategic Development of Hockey – Building a strong, sustainable hockey program across the College and Preparatory School.
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Planning and Logistics – Ensuring efficient organisation of fixtures, tours and logistics.
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Administrative Duties – Including practice schedules and confirmation of fixtures.
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Player Management – Providing pathways for all players to reach their potential.
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Coach Development – Building an accountable and motivated coaching team.
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Event Management – Assisting with festivals and other event planning and coordination.
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Stakeholder and Community Engagement – Strengthening relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Financial and Resource Management – Ensuring responsible and effective use of financial resources, including budgeting for events and tours.
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Commitment to Extracurricular Activities – Contributing to the School’s extracurricular and outdoor education programmes.
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Support the Preparatory School Hockey Development – Including physical education responsibilities.
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Match Day Management – Delivering professional and seamless match-day operations.
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Entrenching the Woodridge Sporting Culture.
Commencement Date: January 2026.
To apply, please submit your CV along with two contactable references through the following link:
https://www.woodridge.co.za/woodridge-college-and-preparatory-school-head-of-hockey
Woodridge College & Preparatory School reserves the right not to fill this position.
Woodridge is an equal opportunity employer. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from Woodridge within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. An application will not, in itself, entitle an applicant to an interview or an appointment.
In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA), Woodridge College and Preparatory School will take all reasonable measures to ensure that your personal information is protected. Your information will not be used for any other purpose or positions that might become available in the future. By submitting your CV/application, you consent to your information being used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process for this position.