Basketball Coach — The Lawrence School, Ooty

The Lawrence School is recruiting a Basketball Coach in Ooty, Tamil Nadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. The Lawrence School, established 1858, is a senior secondary school in Ooty, Tamil Nadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as Basketball Coach, you build the school's sporting culture. The role suits coaches who enjoy long-term player development as much as competitive results. 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 and culture:
• Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹3.8 LPA – ₹4.6 LPA).
• Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
• Professional development through workshops and internal training.
• A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
• Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application on this page and The Lawrence School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.