This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing performance culture within a senior ice hockey club committed to developing athletes and driving standards across the organisation.

About the Role

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As our S&C Coach, you’ll play a key role in supporting player development, injury prevention, and overall team performance. Working closely with our Head Coach and support staff, you’ll help deliver a structured and impactful physical development programme tailored to the demands of senior hockey and the club’s long-term vision for success.

Hours: Approx. 3 hours per week (Wednesday training, match days, and optional S&C sessions)
Location: Milton Keynes
Type: Voluntary
Reports to: Head Coach

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver warm-ups, cool-downs, and recovery routines during training and matches

• Plan and lead fitness testing (strength, speed, agility), load monitoring, and performance assessments in a structured and data driven process.

• Collaborate with players on individual training plans

• Contribute to injury-prevention programming in partnership with coaching and medical staff

• Support the club’s development of a long-term S&C strategy, with a focus on youth integration and performance culture

• Maintain a safe, engaging, and professional training environment

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone passionate about physical performance in a team sport setting—ideally a current undergraduate, recent graduate, or early-career practitioner looking to apply their skills in a real-world environment.

Essential:

• Studying or graduated in Sport & Exercise Science, Strength & Conditioning, or related discipline

• Experience leading or supporting group training sessions

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Self-motivated, proactive, and professional

• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check

Desirable:

• Accredited or working towards UKSCA, BASES, CIMSPA or CSCS/NSCA certification

• Experience in youth or elite sporting environments

• Knowledge of fitness testing tools or data interpretation

• Familiarity with return-to-play or injury-prevention programming

• Ice hockey experience (not essential)

What You’ll Gain

• Experience working in a performance sport environment

• Opportunities to develop as a coach and gain valuable hands-on experience

• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced staff

• Potential progression routes within sport or the club itself

Apply Now

To apply, please send a CV and short cover note including:

• Your academic background and any practical experience

• Why you’re interested in the role

• Your weekly availability

• Any relevant qualifications (or planned certifications)

• Where you are currently studying or working

Send applications to:
Lauren Cox – Thunder General Manager
mkthundericehockey@gmail.com