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Opportunities with Basketball England

Finance Manager/Head of Finance

The role is responsible for managing, controlling, and optimising the financial performance of Basketball England. 

The post holder will oversee the finance function and provide the CEO, Executive Management Team (EMT), and Board with insight, and strategic advice to support decision-making and long-term sustainability. 

As a member of the EMT, the post holder will contribute to the organisations leadership and is expected to demonstrate and promote Basketball England’s values in all aspects of their work. 

Apply Find Out More Closing Date: 24th September 2025

Chief Executive Officer

This is a rare and thrilling opportunity to shape the future of one of the UK’s most dynamic and inclusive sports. As our next Chief Executive, you will lead and develop a passionate, high-performing team of professionals, driving forward transformational change and high performance across all levels of the game.

We are the National Governing Body for basketball in England – a sport fuelled by passion, creativity, and the unstoppable drive of our communities. With nearly 40,000 licensed members – from players and coaches to officials and volunteers – we sit at the heart of a fast-growing movement that’s reshaping the sporting landscape. We ignite talent, build inclusive pathways from playground to podium, and play a pivotal role in defining the future of basketball nationwide.

This is your chance to shape the future of basketball in England to:

  • Lead the delivery of our new strategic objectives for 2025/26 and beyond, whilst positioning the organisation as a bold, outward-facing body that leads by example and sets the standard for best practice.
  • Drive commercial growth to ensure that our sport is fit for the future; commercially sustainable, and operationally excellent
  • Champion innovation and sustainability: balancing innovation, whilst sustaining the rich heritage of the sport
  • Elevate basketball’s voice and influence, articulating what Basketball England stands for and connecting deeply to our communities and partners.
Apply Find Out More Closing Date: 22nd September 2025

Other Opportunities Within Basketball

Bristol Storm - Coach

Bristol Storm is looking for an enthusiastic coach to lead their U18 Men's Jnr. NBL team this coming season.

This is the perfect opportunity for a newly-qualified L2 coach looking to grow their skills or for an aspiring L3 coach to gain the necessary experience in a popular and supportive club atmosphere.

Please get in touch with expressions of interest directly to the club using the button below.

Apply Find Out More Closing Date: 30th September 2025

University of Portsmouth

The University of Portsmouth Basketball Club are recruiting a coach to lead their Men’s 2nd team for the 2025/26 season. The team currently competes in the British University and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Tier 2 South East league.

The successful candidate will be required to deliver weekly training sessions from September - April, and attend fixtures.

Training sessions take place on Mondays, 6.30am - 9am (1st & 2nd team) and Tuesdays, 6.30am – 9am (2nd team) at Ravelin Sports Centre, with fixtures occurring on Wednesday afternoons (time and locations vary).

Main Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the student club committee and other coaches to deliver the club’s pre-season programme, and trials at the start of the season
  • Lead on the planning, delivery and evaluation of weekly training sessions
  • Select the match day squad, communicating with players and team captain
  • Attend fixtures and manage the match day squad
  • Lead on performance team meetings where relevant, working with other support service staff to set goals, expectations and analyse results
  • Attend club committee meetings where relevant
  • Promote the club’s philosophy to all members
  • Adhere to the University’s Code of Conduct and relevant policies
  • Be fit to work with adults at risk

Criteria

  • Essential: England Basketball Level 2 coaching qualification
  • Essential: Previous playing and coaching experience
  • Desirable: Good knowledge of Basketball, particularly within higher education

Payment

£20 per hour for training, match day fee to be discussed at interview

Apply Closing Date: 6th September 2025

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