BOARD DIRECTOR ROLES 

An opportunity to make a difference 

The Director roles are an opportunity for passion, dedicated and innovative individuals help lead the sport of volleyball across its three formats – beach, indoor and sitting – by working collaboratively with members, Hub staff and external partners and stakeholders. 

Volleyball England is keen to develop a Board from a diverse group of people with a wide range of skills, experience, and knowledge. In particular, the organisation is looking for people with skills in Safeguarding, Legal and corporate governance and external sporting context and relationship management. 

Prior experience is always welcome but it is not essential – they key for individuals applying is that they share the organisation’s vision and passion for sport at all levels. 

 

Increasing diversity 

In line with Volleyball England’s emerging Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP), Articles of Association and the Code for Sports Governance, there is a strong commitment to increase the level of diversity throughout the organisation. 

Whereas applications from people from all backgrounds that meet the person specification and have relevant experience are welcomed, those from under-represented groups – which currently includes those from ethnically diverse communities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities and females – are particularly encouraged. 

Independent or Elected Director? 

Applications should confirm whether the candidate believes they are eligible to apply for the position of Independent and/or Elected Director. 

An Independent Director must be free from any close connection to the organisation and if, from the perspective of an objective outsider, they would be viewed as independent. A person may still be deemed to be ‘independent’ even if they are a member of the organisation and/or play the sport. 

Examples of a ‘close connection’ include: (a) they are or have within the last four years been actively involved in the organisation’s affairs, e.g. as a representative of a specific interest group within the organisation such as a sporting discipline, a region or a home country, sub-group or working group; (b) they are or have within the last four years been an employee of the organisation; or (c) they have close family ties with any of the organisation’s directors or senior employees. 

An Elected Director must be or become a Member of Volleyball England. We generally ask that Elected Directors have excellent volleyball knowledge and commitment to development and success of the sport.   

All applicants will be interviewed by the Nominations Committee of Volleyball England who are required to operate a competence based recruitment process. They will make recommendations to the Board and, in respect of Elected Directors, subsequently to the AGM on the candidates which have the skills and capabilities needed by the organisation in the next stage of its journey. 

More details and how to apply 

For a role description, person specification and more details, please click here to view the Board Member Briefing Pack. 

Full details of how to apply is contained within the pack. The closing date for applications is Monday 6th May. 

DELIVERY LEAD ROLES 

If you're passionate about volleyball and want to play a key role in growing the game, Volleyball England wants to hear from you. 

A number of Delivery Lead roles, which are key to the delivery of certain projects around The Game Plan strategy, are now open for appointment. 

Delivery Leads will lead and develop their own Working Group and also report into a Sub-group.

 

Open Delivery Lead roles

Please click on the relevant role to read a full role description. 

• Competition Working Group Lead
• Coaching Working Group Lead
• Network and Clubs Working Group Lead
• Talent Lead

Applicants will be put forward to the voting membership for election at the AGM on Saturday 22nd June 2024. 

Read the Working Group Terms of Reference.   

 

Increasing diversity 

As with recruitment for the Board of Directors, there is a strong commitment to increase the level of diversity across the Working Groups and Delivery Leads. 

Whereas applications from people from all backgrounds that meet the person specification and have relevant experience are welcomed, those from under-represented groups – which currently includes those from ethnically diverse communities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities and females – are particularly encouraged. 

How to apply 

To apply for a Delivery Lead role, click here. 

governance@volleyballengland.org, is Monday 6th May. 

Finance Assistant

Volleyball England is seeking a Finance Assistant to assist in the preparation and maintenance of all financial records relating to the efficient and effective running of business. 

The aspirational individual, who will report to the Finance Consultant and CEO, will be keen to learn and develop in the role.  

Among the key responsibilities of the role will be to maintain financial records, including sales ledger, purchase ledger and stock control, as well as recording sales and purchase invoices, income, banking and bank reconciliations in XERO accounting software. 

The successful candidate will also take the lead on maintaining and improving Volleyball England’s VolleyStore e-commerce platform and functions.  

For a full job description and details of how to apply, please click here. 

To apply for this role, please emailing a covering letter and CV to jobs@volleyballengland.org, with the email title line of “finance assistant application”. 

The closing date for applications is Sunday 28th April, with interviews to take place in the week commencing Monday 6th May (please only apply if you will be available for interview then). 

Please include the date from which you would be able to start your employment, if successful. 

Talent Pathway Coaches (Indoor and/or Beach) 

The purpose of these role is to be a member of the England Talent Pathway coaching staff in one or more roles, as designated by the appropriate Performance Director. 

Roles assigned will be based on current needs and priorities, as well as the volunteer’s skills, experience, and developmental potential. 

Talent coaches also help build a strong community of supporters who can aid in administering and promoting the England Talent Pathway. 

Please note: Candidates will need to fulfil several requirements, including, but not limited to: a current enhanced DBS check, carried out through Volleyball England, which is no more than three years old (costs covered by VE), and attendance at a recognised and valid Safeguarding and Protecting Children training course in the last three years (costs covered by VE). 

For full role description, person specification and how to apply, click here. 

Volleyball Head Coach

Cambridge ARU is seeking a Volleyball Head Coach to lead on the development of a long-term plan for volleyball at the university. 

The successful candidate will join a committed team contributing toward the successful delivery of our University’s sports strategy. 

As Volleyball Head Coach, they will play a pivotal role by leading the High-Performance Volleyball activities including the BUCS teams and supporting the successful integration of ARU students into the Cambridge ARU National Volleyball League (NVL) teams. 

The applicant hired for the role will also add value to an already successful programme and ensure that the volleyball club continues to make a significant contribution to the overall Anglia Ruskin student experience for sport. 

With a degree and a Level 2 Volleyball Qualification from a recognised NGB for volleyball, the person will be passionate about sport and determined to play a part in building for the future. 

With previous experience of working in a sports environment and using their own initiative, they will have excellent organisational and communication skills. 

The appointment is subject to an enhanced level disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 7th May 2024 (candidates must be available to be in Cambridge on this date). 

Click here for job advert. 

Click here for job description and person specification.

Volleyball Coaching Director

Nike Volleyball Camps are seeking a Volleyball Coaching Director ahead of launching in the summer of 2025. 

The camps are residential programmes for 10 to 17-year-olds from around the world.  

Located at leading boarding schools in the UK, they combine high-level volleyball coaching, English language teaching and life skills, with the aim of deliveing engaging and immersive experiences.  

 As such, the volleyball programme is seeking an experienced Coaching Director, with a strong playing and coaching background (ideally international playing experience). 

The successful candidate will develop, lead and oversee the successful delivery of the programme and inspire young players to be better athletes on and off the court. 

They will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the camps’ coaching programme, managing a team of coaches in the planning and execution of structured, balanced, and engaging volleyball sessions. 

They will create a fun and inclusive environment with high standards of delivery, and will embody the ethos of the whole camp by being an energising and motivating leader for both the players and the staff. 

Only applicants willing to stay on a residential basis will be considered, with food and accommodation included on a temporary contract in July and August, plus pre-camp preparation. 

In return, a competitive weekly rate will be offered, based on a 5.5 day working week on camp, with a pre-camp preparation fee. 

 Camps will take place in July and August 2025, with a minimum four-week commitment and pre-camp prep will be required in the winter of 2024 and spring 2025, which can be done remotely. 

The boarding school for camps will be situated in the south-east of England, with the location to be confirmed in October 2024. 

For more information or to apply, please email info@eurosportscamps.com