At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify and develop new athletes for rowing, focusing on Juniors and U21s.
- Company: Join British Rowing, a leader in inclusive sports opportunities.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a love for outdoor settings are key to success.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by nurturing future Olympic talent from diverse backgrounds.
- Qualifications: Coaching experience and a passion for athlete development are essential.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A Bit About The Role
British Rowing’s vision is to lead a sport that welcomes everyone by creating opportunities to participate, regardless of goal, age, background or ability. The Performance Development Coach (Based at Lea Rowing Club in East London) will identify, recruit and develop new athletes—predominantly Juniors and students/U21s—with future Olympic potential who might otherwise not enter rowing or excel within a traditional pathway. The role works with partners including local clubs, London Youth Rowing and the London Regatta Centre, and focuses on building a high‑performance environment to drive athletes from East London toward GB representation and Olympic success.
A Bit About You
We are looking for an ambitious coach who can work as part of a team and successfully develop rowers progressively following a long‑term development model. You should have the experience and personal qualities to enable you to nurture high‑performance talent, particularly individuals who may not otherwise have access to the sport. Flexibility with working hours, a love of outdoor water settings, and a desire for personal development are also important.
Mandatory Requirements
- Relevant coaching experience
- A strong understanding of athlete development
- The ability to build a high‑performance rowing environment
What We Offer
Full‑time paid role (£32,500 – £37,000) with opportunities to work at camps, trials and competitions, as well as professional development through the Olympic Pathway coach development programme.
Equal Opportunity Statement
British Rowing is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnership. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know by indicating your needs or by emailing hr@britishrowing.org.
