MK Storm is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Hockey to lead the next phase of our hockey journey by providing leadership, development and delivery of our junior ice hockey programme. As Director of Hockey, you will: Shape the club's long-term hockey strategy. Establish consistent coaching standards across all age groups. Design player [...] The post MK Storm Juniors are Hiring a Director of Hockey appeared first on Milton Keynes Lightning Ice Hockey.
- Shape the club’s long-term hockey strategy.
- Establish consistent coaching standards across all age groups.
- Design player pathways from absolute beginners through to elite junior hockey.
- Mentor and support our volunteer coaching team.
- Create individual player development plans.
- Bring national and international best practice into the Milton Keynes hockey system.
Ready to help shape junior hockey at MK? Details of how to apply are in the link in this post
Director of Hockey – MK Storm
Location: Planet Ice Milton Keynes (with regional travel as required)
Position: Part-Time (approx. 20 hours per week)
● On-Ice: 6-8 hours/week (currently Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings)
● Off-Ice: Approx. 12-14 hours/week (planning, meetings, and game attendance)
● Salary/Remuneration: Paid position – £15k to £20k (based on experience)
● Reports To: MK Storm Committee / Board of Trustees
About MK Storm
MK Storm CIO is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of ice hockey talent. We pride ourselves on creating a safe, inclusive, and player-centred environment that fosters participation, performance excellence, and a lifelong love for the sport. Operating across an MK-wide pathway, we have links to all senior teams within the MK hockey environment (Lightning, Thunder, Falcons and Rec) to give every player the platform to thrive and opportunities for new experiences.
The Role
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for junior athlete development? MK Storm is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Hockey (DoH) to spearhead the next phase of our hockey journey and bring leadership, development, and delivery of our junior ice hockey programme. As the DoH, you will shape the club’s long-term hockey strategy, establish consistent coaching standards, and design player pathways from absolute beginners to elite junior levels. This is a highly collaborative role where you will mentor volunteer coaches, design individual player development plans, and bring national and international best practices directly into the Milton Keynes system.
To see how your skills and experience match against the sort of candidate we are looking for, a Job Description and Person Spec can be found here: MK Storm – Director of Hockey Job Description (June 2026) – Google Docs.pdf
Why Join Us?
This is a unique time to join MK Storm. As an organisation we have good existing links to MK Thunder and MK Falcons and we are also at the beginning of new and exciting arrangements for increased joint working with MK Lightning. This role will play a key part in developing those relationships and leaving a lasting legacy on the youth ice hockey landscape in Milton Keynes. You will have the ability to drive a strategic framework, shape the skills of eager young athletes, and elevate our coaching staff to new heights—all while being supported by a dedicated Board of Trustees.
How to Apply If you have the leadership skills to inspire our coaches and the vision to develop our players, we want to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a personal statement, outlining your suitability for the role to mkstorm.vicechairperson@gmail.com
For any other questions regarding the role please also email at this address.
Closing Date: Sunday 12th July
Interviews Held: Week commencing Monday 20th July
MK Storm CIO is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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