England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB)
England Lions Head Coach
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PURPOSE
The England Lions Head Coach will provide inspirational leadership and coaching to the programme. The Head Coach will play a pivotal role in supporting the development of the most high-potential male players in England and Wales, securing a vibrant pipeline of players for England teams.
The role requires exceptional leadership to players and Lions staff team, ensuring all staff contributions are optimised. In conjunction with the Performance Director, the Head Coach will create a genuinely world-leading performance environment which inspires, challenges and allows players to achieve and exceed their expectations.
The Head Coach will work with the Performance Director to direct and deliver a fully individualised and optimal programme for Lions and any other targeted cricketers. The Head Coach will develop and maintain positive working relationships with the Managing Director – England Men’s Cricket, England Selector and Player ID and Talent Pathway Lead.
WHO WE ARE
The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.
We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.
The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.
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OUR VALUES
- Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency.
- Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game.
- Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game.
- Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward.
Role
The Head Coach will lead the Lions programme (in conjunction with the Performance Director) ensuring that the highest potential players successfully bridge the gap between county /franchise cricket and the international game.
The preferred appointment structure is a consultant England Lions Head Coach who will lead the programme consistently over the coming 12 months and future years (~130 days per year).
However, tour-by-tour appointments may be made if this becomes optimal solution. We welcome applicants from those who could fulfil either model. The next 12 months will have a strategic emphasis on ODI cricket alongside supporting succession planning for key England roles.
UPCOMING LIONS PROGRAMME
- Sri Lanka (h) 08 – 13 Sept 2026
- Prewinter camps w/c 12 Oct and w/c 19 Oct 2026
- West Indies (a) 28 Oct – 20 Nov 2026
- South Africa (a) 25 Nov – 23 Dec 2026
- Winter camps (pace bowling emphasis) (h) Jan / Feb 2027
- Sri Lanka (a) 18 Feb – 14 Mar 2027
- Australia (h) mid Jun – mid Jul 2027
YOU MUST HAVE
Coaching
- Experience of coaching the highest potential (future international) players with a proven track record of inspiring and adding significant value to player development.
- Experience of leading coaches and multidisciplinary teams at the highest level (international and / or top tier franchise, State or County cricket).
- Proven experience in optimising programme delivery and practice design through the adoption of sound pedagogical principles.
- Significant experience of articulating and embedding an authentic coaching philosophy which inspires players and generates aligned staff delivery.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to operate optimally when under pressure.
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Knowledge
- Significant experience and understanding of the technical, tactical and psychological skills required to excel in senior international cricket.
- A coherent understanding of England men’s playing style and identity, with the ability to underpin this authentically in the Lions environment.
Interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills with proven ability to act with clarity and conviction.
- A disposition of seeking the upside and embracing opportunity (with players, staff and media).
- An ability to actively and effectively engage with Directors of Cricket (optimising individual athlete planning and handovers).
Personal attributes
- Clear, personal coaching philosophy and beliefs.
- Impressive ‘understanding of self’ with ability to play to strengths and maximise others.
- High levels of enthusiasm and positivity.
- High standards of personal and professional integrity.
- An appetite and ability to skillfully embed continuous improvement
Interviews
Interviews will take place on the 4th of September 2026.
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