Netball Northern Ireland is excited to announce five new vacancies for passionate, driven, and committed coaches to join our U15 Regional Academy programme. These roles offer a unique opportunity to help shape the future of netball talent across the country and be part of our player development pathway.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

  • Belfast Green Academy – Assistant Coach

  • Belfast Navy Academy – Assistant Coach

  • North Academy – Assistant Coach

  • South Academy – Head Coach

  • South Academy – Assistant Coach

These roles are ideal for experienced coaches looking to step into a high-performance development environment, as well as for emerging coaches who are eager to contribute to the next generation of Northern Ireland netballers.

The U15 Academy sits at the heart of our talent development pathway, providing structured, high-quality training to athletes aged under 15. The Academy aims to support young players in reaching their full potential through technical skill development, physical preparation, and holistic support.

As a coach within the programme, you will work closely with the Netball NI Performance Team, contribute to talent identification and player development, and play a key role in delivering engaging and challenging sessions.

  • Locations: Varies across Northern Ireland depending on region (see individual roles above)
  • Commitment: Bi-monthly sessions & 2x tournament days during the 2025/26 season (September-March)

  • Support: Access to CPD opportunities and coaching support from Netball NI

How to apply:

Interested applicants should submit any questions and a coaching resume and cover letter to pathwaymanager@netballni.org

Application Deadline: Monday 18th August