Volleyball Lead Coach – Fortes Schools, Dubai (Performance-Oriented Role) – August 2025 start

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About Fortes Education Fortes Education has been a leading provider of outstanding education in the UAE for over four decades, with a portfolio of premium international schools and nurseries. Our two through-schools, Sunmarke School and Regent International School, provide world-class education from FS1 to Year 13. About Our Sports Programme Across our schools, we are delivering a high-calibre, specialist-led sports programme that drives participation, develops talent, and raises the bar for performance. With strong leadership and established competition pathways, we are now growing our coaching team to lead key sports into an ambitious new phase of excellence.

The Opportunity We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Volleyball Lead Coach to drive the development of our volleyball programme. This is a performance-focused role, aimed at building elite squads, nurturing technical ability, and securing success in both school leagues and external competitions. Working alongside the Director of Sport and Head of PE, you will take ownership of the volleyball performance pathway from upper primary through to Sixth Form, ensuring that athletes are physically, tactically, and mentally prepared for high-level competition. Key Qualities and Requirements FIVB Level 2 or equivalent volleyball coaching certification Proven track record coaching high-performing school, club, or academy teams Background as a competitive volleyball player or coach at elite or national level Demonstrated success preparing squads for local and international tournaments Expertise in session planning that builds individual skill, team cohesion, and competitive readiness Strong grasp of positional development, set plays, match strategy, and performance analysis Ability to coach under pressure and lead high-stakes fixtures Skilled in assessing individual progress and delivering personalised development plans Experience mentoring junior coaches or working collaboratively with staff Knowledge of strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and athlete recovery Professional Responsibilities Plan, organise, and deliver high quality training sessions including early morning, lunchtime, and after school squads Lead and support curriculum volleyball in collaboration with PE staff, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes and progression Select and manage school squads for competitive fixtures across local levels, including DASSA and international competitions.

Industries:Education

Function: Education & Training