International Badminton Club Belfast (IBC)
Badminton Coach
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About the Club
International Badminton Club Belfast was founded in April 2025.
Our objectives are to:
- Provide an inclusive, safe and suitable venue for badminton in Northern Ireland.
- Promote badminton in Belfast and across Northern Ireland.
- Bring people together from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
- Support social integration of ethnic minorities and immigrant communities.
- Reduce social isolation, stress and mental health issues through badminton.
- Participate in community activities and events.
- Build links with other badminton clubs and sports groups.
- Improve knowledge and awareness of badminton and its benefits.
Role Details
Position: Badminton Coach
Contract: Self-Employed
Location: Belfast (club venues as required)
Duration: Temporary / As Required
Hours: Up to 4 Hours per Week
Responsible To: Club Trustees
Responsible For: Up to 14 Junior Players (Ages 10–16) and Assistant Coach
Rates of Pay
- Assistant Coach: £15 per hour
- Coach: £20–£25 per hour
- Rates are dependent upon size of the group.
Job Purpose
To plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality badminton coaching sessions for players aged 10–16 years of varying abilities, following the Tecnic Programme developed by Badminton Ireland.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Design and deliver coaching sessions for beginners through to advanced players.
- Develop training plans aligned with the Badminton Ireland Tecnic Programme.
- Support players in improving technique, tactical awareness, fitness and competition readiness.
- Monitor and evaluate player development and progress.
- Provide feedback to parents where appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with players, parents, volunteers and club officials.
- Report programme progress and outcomes to the Club Committee.
- Support club events, competitions and promotional activities as required.
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Safeguarding Responsibilities
- Ensure a safe, inclusive and positive coaching environment.
- Follow the club safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Report safeguarding concerns to the Club Safeguarding Officer.
- Maintain appropriate supervision and risk assessment during all activities.
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all coaching sessions.
Professional Development
- Maintain current coaching qualifications and safeguarding certifications.
- Participate in continuing professional development opportunities.
- Keep up to date with best practice guidance from governing bodies and sporting organisations.
Other Duties
- Support and promote the aims and values of International Badminton Club Belfast.
- Represent the club professionally at all times.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties associated with the role.
Legal & Compliance
This post is a Previously Controlled Activity Position under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007.
The club complies with all relevant legislation relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
Essential Criteria
- Experience delivering badminton coaching sessions.
- Knowledge of badminton techniques, coaching methods and rules.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate and develop young players.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
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Desirable Criteria
- Badminton coaching qualification recognised by the Badminton World Federation or relevant governing body.
- Experience working with junior players aged 10–16.
- First Aid qualification.
- Experience organising badminton events or competitions.
Additional Requirements
- Satisfactory AccessNI criminal record check.
- Keeping Children & Adults Safe training (the club may be able to arrange training if certification is not currently held).
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter explaining how they meet the Essential and Desirable Criteria for the role.
Applications should be sent by email to:
Please use the subject line:
Application – Badminton Coach
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview and, where appropriate, deliver a practical coaching session.
The successful applicant will be required to complete an AccessNI check and provide evidence of relevant qualifications and safeguarding training before commencing work.
International Badminton Club Belfast reserves the right to close this recruitment process once a suitable candidate has been identified.
Equal Opportunities
International Badminton Club Belfast is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Publication Date
June 2026
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