At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting rugby training sessions and coach players on match days.
- Company: Join Bath College, a vibrant and inclusive education community.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young athletes' development in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: RFU Level 2 Coaching Qualification and relevant first aid certification required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Fixed Term Contract until August 2027, 30 hours per week, 0.8 contract. Salary is Full Time Equivalent.
Key Purpose: To support and deliver high standards of rugby training sessions, attend fixtures, and implement individual development plans for all players. Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from a far-reaching area, from entry level to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is a very exciting time to join the College. If you feel you can make a positive contribution, please complete the application form, making sure you detail how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, lead and deliver high-quality rugby coaching sessions aligned with RFU principles, developing technical, tactical, physical, and psychosocial aspects of performance.
- Deliver sessions in line with long-term player development models and ensure a positive, inclusive learning environment.
- Coach on match days and provide appropriate feedback to players.
- Evaluate coaching sessions to ensure continuous improvement and inclusivity.
- Prepare and manage matchday logistics including fixtures, kit, and equipment.
- Submit fixture results and player data in line with league or competition requirements.
- Write short match reports for marketing and promotion purposes.
- Support coaching delivery within the Bath Rugby Academy as directed by the Head of Academy (Bath Rugby) and Director of Sports Academies (Bath College).
Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:
- RFU Level 2 Coaching Qualification
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Relevant First Aid Qualification
Staff Benefits:
- Generous paid holiday entitlement of 30 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part time roles.
- One Selfie Day per year
- Contributory salary pension scheme (Teachers Pension)
- Continuing Professional Development for all staff
- Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Private Healthcare Scheme
- £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward
- Subsidised cafes - at both campuses
- Employee Assistance Programme – Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor)
- The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
- Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working.
- Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus
- Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock
Rugby Coach in Bath employer: Bath College
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