LYR – Active Row Lead Coach London

London Youth Rowing (LYR) is looking for an engaging and creative person to lead on inclusion and diversity as part of our Active Row Programme.

Pay and Working Hours

This is a full‑time role with a salary of £26,000‑£28,000. The working days are Monday to Friday typically with at least one evening a week and occasional weekends throughout the year. Days in lieu of working additional hours must be arranged and agreed with your managers.

The role

The Active Row programme aims to engage participants from a range of different backgrounds, introducing them to the sport of rowing and encouraging them to get active and to find belonging within the programme. The sessions are run mainly within schools, hosted within partner rowing clubs and are both on and off the water throughout the year. As part of the role you will be responsible for launching and overseeing a branch of the Active Row programme. This will include managing the relationship that LYR has with the local schools and organisations at every level, as well as liaising with stakeholders in the programme. You will co‑ordinate a team of staff to help you with session delivery, working with local volunteers, coaches, universities and local rowing organisations to manage this element of the programme. This role will be based in London, working remotely from the rest of the Active Row team and locally with schools, teachers and other local organisations. However, there will be times throughout the year that you will be working closely with the team of coaches based in London and be expected to visit for work on occasion.

While in this role, you will consistently be working and focusing on your own development and experience as a coach and programme lead within the world of rowing and grassroots sports. You will have the chance to shadow peers, have mentors within your team, and have support of your line manager and coach developer. Your development is at the heart of the programme, supported by your colleagues and using the framework of opportunities that LYR will offer. You will be responsible for making the most of your journey with LYR. This opportunity will be powerful and valuable experience that will leave you with the qualifications, skills and knowledge to flourish if you use it well.

Performance Standards

• Lead on a London branch of Active Row
• Managing the Active Row Programme across a specific area
• Establishing opportunities to expand and develop the programme
• Overseeing the LYR network in the local area
• Liaising and maintaining a relationship with stakeholders including universities and watersports clubs
• Co‑ordinating administrative support, session coaches and volunteers
• Undertaking general administrative tasks and training
• Carrying out remote work and managing your time efficiently
• Provide regular updates and written reports for LYR management and programme funders on the progress of the Active Row programme in your area, supported by a member of Senior Management Team
• Research and write case studies, supported by other staff, demonstrating the impact of the Active Row programme in your area

Managing Schools and establish indoor and on‑water activity

• Oversee the relationship between LYR and the schools/organisations and other partner groups
• Manage the expectations of programme participants and ensure that the terms of the contract are met, particularly around the usage and servicing of LYR equipment
• Engage the schools and organisations you work with in all the events that LYR requests they attend
• Organise internal and local events
• Evaluate and report to your managers the quality and condition of the relationships you are managing on a regular basis
• Build and promote an LYR Community Open Club as a way of providing recreational rowing opportunities

Coaching Sessions

• Plan and prepare sessions for participants of various skill and ability
• Engage participants in safe and fun sessions
• Build participation in under‑represented groups
• Monitor and record all the necessary data for sessions you are leading on
• Evaluate and report on the progress of participants and share feedback with them directly as well as with the group leader and your managers
• Report any incidents, damage or safeguarding concerns using the correct channels
• Lead sessions both on land and on water

Developing Yourself

• Manage your attitude and expectations
• Organise yourself and develop a routine that will help you thrive
• Communicate clearly with your colleagues and managers
• Engage fully in the opportunities that are provided, and complete all the necessary training and qualifications required for the role
• Plan and shape a development plan that you are passionate about
• Evaluate your options and goals
• Analyse your performance and use that to build your goals
• Report and communicate openly and honestly with your managers on your complete experience and journey
• Enrolment into LYR pension scheme, with the People’s Pension (subject to meeting qualifying criteria); 20 days’ holiday per year plus 4 company gift days (2 during summer and 2 during the Christmas holidays)
• Travel expenses

Personal Specification

Experience

• Previous experience of coordinating or leading a programme
• Experience of working both independently and as part of a team
• Rowing experience and hold or be prepared to complete an L2 Rowing qualification

Coach qualification

• Understanding and experience of using technology
• Previous experience of working independently and remotely
• Abilities, skills and knowledge
• Ability to make sensible decisions
• Willingness to apply yourself
• Committed to developing yourself
• Capable of adapting to changing environments and situations
• Skilled at communication, time management and teamwork
• Holds a current and valid driving licence

Personal attributes

• Enthusiastic approach to working with young people who face barriers to participation and physical activity
• Passionate and spirited
• Proactive and pragmatic approach
• Open‑mind and considerate
• Supportive and helpful
• Engaging
• Professional
• Approachable and accommodating
• Observant
• Confident

To apply for this role, you should submit:

An updated CV which shows your full career history with any breaks explained; we recommend that this is no longer than three pages.

A supporting statement explaining why you are interested in this role, detailing how you are a good candidate for this role and how you fulfil the person specification; we recommend that this is no longer than two pages.

If you apply, we will aim to acknowledge your application within 24 hours of receipt. If after that time you have not heard from us, please telephone the LYR office (0203 434 0990) to ensure that it has arrived. Using a secure e‑mail address and putting the job title/organisation in the subject line reduces the chances of any e‑mail going into spam.

Type: Full Time

Application Dates: From Tuesday 18th November 2025 to Tuesday 9th December 2025