Taryn Allen
Doncaster
Summary
I am an experienced and dynamic hockey player and coach, specializing in goalkeeping and outfield strategies. With U16 international experience and participation in the U18 England training squad as a goalkeeper, I have developed strong communication and leadership skills. These abilities have been further strengthened through coaching roles at Green Army Hockey Camps, Wakefield Hockey Club, and as head goalkeeper coach at RT Hockey Camps, where I successfully fostered player development and enhanced team performance. Currently, I hold a coaching role at Mount St Mary's College and have demonstrated effective team management and commitment as co-captain of the Sheffield Hallam University Women's 1st Team. In addition to hockey, I am a competent coach in netball, cricket, and athletics, bringing a well-rounded approach to athlete development and team dynamics. I am dedicated to achieving excellence in all aspects of coaching and playing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
PE Teacher
Hill house
Doncaster
2025.09 - Current
- Deliver physical education and games lessons for students aged three to eighteen.
- Specialise in hockey while also coaching netball and cricket.
- Conduct gym sessions to enhance fitness levels.
- Provide pastoral care as form tutor to support student welfare.
Hockey Specialist, Sports Coach & Boarding Tutor
Mount St Mary’s College
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
2023.08 - 2026.01
- Coached hockey teams across Years 7–13, with a focus on both goalkeeping and outfield development
- Delivered PE lessons for Years 7–8
- Supported delivery of extracurricular sports: netball, cricket, and athletics
- Mentored pupils through boarding house responsibilities in the Girls' Boarding House
- Led house sports events, building team spirit and participation
- Acted as activities leader for the international St John’s School (Chile) camp
- Volunteered as a non-uniformed instructor with Army Cadets, promoting discipline and leadership
Goalkeeper Coach (Part-Time)
Elite Goalkeeping
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
2024.04 - 2026.01
- Planned and delivered age-appropriate goalkeeper sessions at regional camps
- Focused on individual skill progression, confidence, and positional awareness
Goalkeeper Coach
Green Army Hockey Camps
2017.01 - 2026.01
- Delivered structured coaching to players aged 7–16 of mixed ability
- Developed personalised drills and technical improvement plans
- Provided written feedback and take-home tasks to support player progression
- Created a safe, supportive environment with focus on inclusion and positive discipline
Team Leader
Clarks (Matthew Tonks Footwear)
Wakefield
2023.01 - 2023.08
- Supervised team performance and daily store operations
- Managed the Kids’ Department, including stock, display, and customer interaction
- Delivered staff training, briefings, and performance coaching
- Played a key role in the successful relocation and reopening of the store
- Handled store opening/closing procedures and cashing-up duties
Sales Assistant
Clarks (Matthew Tonks Footwear)
Wakefield
2021.05 - 2023.01
- Supported customers across all departments, specialising in children's fitting and service
- Developed communication and customer handling skills in a busy retail environment
Head Goalkeeper Coach
RT Hockey Camps
2020.01 - 2022.01
- Designed and led coaching for ages 6–18, including outfield sessions
- Adapted communication for different age groups and learning styles
- Produced individual development plans and training feedback reports
- Prioritised safeguarding and physical/emotional well-being of players
Sales Assistant / Key Holder
Clarks (John Elliot Footwear)
Wakefield
2019.06 - 2021.05
- Entrusted with opening/closing duties and key holder responsibilities
- Strengthened customer engagement and multitasking skills across store departments
Education
BSc (Hons) - Criminology & Psychology
Sheffield Hallam University
2020.01 - 2023.01
BTEC Diploma - Sporting Excellence
England Hockey
2018.01 - 2020.01
A-Levels - Business, Religious Studies, Academic PE
Repton School & Wakefield Girls’ High School
2018.01 - 2020.01
GCSEs - English Language & Literature, Maths, RS, Geography, Double Science, PE
Wakefield Girls’ High School
2016.01 - 2018.01
Skills
- Physical education lesson planning
- Youth sports development
- Differentiated coaching techniques
- Behavior management support
- Student mentorship
- Child safeguarding and protection
- Boarding house supervision
- Inter-school sports leadership
- Effective communication with parents and staff
- Positive discipline strategies
Courses/Qualifications
- Level 2 Hockey Coach, 2024
- Level 1 Netball Coach, 2024
- Level 1 Hockey Coach, 2023
- Emergency Paediatric First Aid, 2023
- Fire Warden Training, 2024
- UK Coaching Safeguarding & Protecting Children, 2024
- Safeguarding Young People in Hockey, 2023
- Duke of Edinburgh Award Assessor, 2024
- NAT Rescue Award for Swimming, 2024
- KCSIE 2023
- Prevent Awareness Course 2025
- Emergency First Aid at Work, 2026
- Currently working towards Foundation ACP Hockey Award, 2025-2026
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PE Teacher
Hill house
2025.09 - Current
Goalkeeper Coach (Part-Time)
Elite Goalkeeping
2024.04 - 2026.01
Hockey Specialist, Sports Coach & Boarding Tutor
Mount St Mary’s College
2023.08 - 2026.01
Team Leader
Clarks (Matthew Tonks Footwear)
2023.01 - 2023.08
Sales Assistant
Clarks (Matthew Tonks Footwear)
2021.05 - 2023.01
Head Goalkeeper Coach
RT Hockey Camps
2020.01 - 2022.01
BSc (Hons) - Criminology & Psychology
Sheffield Hallam University
2020.01 - 2023.01
Sales Assistant / Key Holder
Clarks (John Elliot Footwear)
2019.06 - 2021.05
BTEC Diploma - Sporting Excellence
England Hockey
2018.01 - 2020.01
A-Levels - Business, Religious Studies, Academic PE
Repton School & Wakefield Girls’ High School
2018.01 - 2020.01
Goalkeeper Coach
Green Army Hockey Camps
2017.01 - 2026.01
GCSEs - English Language & Literature, Maths, RS, Geography, Double Science, PE
Wakefield Girls’ High School
2016.01 - 2018.01