ROLE: Birmingham Panthers NXT Gen Head Coach 

REPORTS TO: NSL Head Coach/ Franchise Pathway Lead

LOCATION: Walsall, matchday locations across UK 

HOURS: Part Time 

CLOSING DATE: 21st September 2025

 

Purpose

To lead the Birmingham Panthers NXT Gen squad, delivering a performance-focused development programme that aligns with the franchise’s playing philosophy and future ambitions. The Head Coach will be responsible for cultivating a high-performance culture, guiding emerging athletes towards NSL readiness, and building a competitive, development-driven team environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. Programme Leadership

Design and lead the overall coaching strategy for the NXT Gen programme, aligned with the NSL style of play and player pathway vision

Provide a clear and consistent playing philosophy to underpin training, selection, and matchday performance

Collaborate with support staff to ensure holistic athlete development across physical, technical, tactical, and mental performance areas

2. Coaching Delivery

Plan and deliver high-quality training sessions with clear objectives and development outcomes

Lead team and unit-based coaching sessions (attack, defence, centre court) based on team and individual needs

Monitor and drive individual player development through feedback, reviews, and goal setting

3. Match Preparation & Performance

Oversee all aspects of match preparation including tactical planning, opposition analysis, and selection decisions

Lead in-game coaching and decision-making, managing matchday staff and athletes

Conduct post-match reviews and feedback processes with athletes and coaches

4. Talent Development & Alignment

Identify and nurture athletes with potential to progress into the NSL squad

Work closely with the NSL Head Coach to ensure clear alignment between programmes and consistent messaging

Collaborate with franchise pathway coaches to support athlete transitions and broader talent ID

5. Leadership & Culture

Build a positive, competitive, and inclusive team culture that reflects the Panthers’ values

Role model high standards of professionalism and conduct

Mentor and support emerging coaches within the NXT Gen and wider franchise network

 

Key Characteristics

Visionary and athlete-centred leader passionate about long-term development

Effective communicator and motivator who fosters trust and accountability

Organised and analytical, using data and insight to support decision-making

Committed to the franchise’s goals and alignment across the performance pathway

 

Experience Required

Proven experience leading or coaching in a performance netball environment

Strong knowledge of talent development principles and youth-to-senior transitions

Expertise in technical and tactical coaching across court areas

Confident in managing staff and leading a programme

Experience with performance analysis tools and feedback delivery

 

Certifications Required

UKCC Level 2 (minimum) – Level 3 preferred or working towards

Enhanced DBS check (England Netball)

Safeguarding and First Aid certificates

 

Contract Details

Part-time role across pre-season and competitive season

Evening training and weekend match commitments