PART-TIME CRICKET COACHES

Somerset College is a leading independent, co-educational day and boarding school offering schooling from Grade 000 to Matric-IEB and Cambridge AS and A-levels. Founded in 1997, Somerset College is a welcoming, stimulating centre of learning situated in the beautiful Cape Winelands.

PART-TIME CRICKET COACHES

1 September 2026 - 30 March 2027

Somerset College is seeking motivated Independent Sports Coaches who prioritise interpersonal relationships and holistic student development in the cricket programme.

Coaches will be expected to:

• Be present and punctual for allocated coaching practices, matches, or tournaments, as well as on school transport to and from such events.
• Officiate matches.
• Adhere to Somerset College policies.
• Deliver coaching programmes aligned with the sport’s philosophy and Somerset College’s values.
• Assist with relevant Safety, Health and Environmental matters.
• Be administratively competent in:
  • Maintaining a database for practice attendance, match or event attendance, injury records and compliance documentation.
  • Submitting teamlists punctually.
  • Communicating with players and/or parents.
• Assist with student management, discipline, and match day coordination.
• Assist with stock management (maintaining Somerset College sports equipment throughout the season).
• Assist with pastoral care where necessary.
• Serve as a point of contact should any parent or teacher require guidance or assistance in the sport coaching.
• Regular operational reporting to the Head of Department and/or Director of Sport detailing logistical outcomes and potential issues related to sports coaching.

Service Schedule:

Services are to be rendered in accordance with the College’s training programme, typically conducted on weekdays between 09:00 – 18:00 with additional commitments on Fridays and Saturdays as necessitated by matches.

Somerset College in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

Questions or queries may be directed to the Head of College Cricket, Mr Hilton Toro, h.toro@somcol.co.za

To apply, please complete the Coaching Application Google Form via this LINK (click HERE!).

Listing information:

Address:                      Bredell Road

                                    Somerset West

                                    Western Cape

                                    South Africa

Website:                      http://www.somersetcollege.org

Closing Date:             Friday, 21 August 2026