Basketball Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Basketball Coach
- School
- St. John's School
- City
- Kandhamal
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.4L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Basketball Coach
at St. John's School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Basketball Coach to join St. John's School in Kandhamal, Odisha. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. St. John's School, established 2015, is a secondary school in Kandhamal, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: as Basketball Coach, you design and run the school's sports programme for assigned levels — practice sessions, competition prep, talent development, and player safety at every step. What you will do:
- Design season-long training plans and adjust based on progress.
- Coach teams for matches and tournaments.
- Work on individual skill development for high-potential players.
- Support sports day and inter-house competitions.
- Maintain sports infrastructure and report issues early. Ideal candidate — you have:
- A solid playing background and recognised coaching credentials.
- Patience to build foundational skills with younger students.
- Ambition to take senior teams into competitive arenas.
- Strong communication with players, parents, and leadership.
- A safety-first mindset on the field and in the gym. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹3.4 LPA – ₹5.2 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. John's School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
St. John's School
Key facts about St. John's School
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- NOMITA KULLU
- Affiliation #
- 1530430
St. John's School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Kandhamal, Odisha.
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