At a Glance
- Tasks: Coach and develop the university's rugby team while fostering student engagement.
- Company: Join DMUsport, a vibrant community promoting sports at De Montfort University.
- Benefits: Earn £16.18 per hour with flexible hours and opportunities for personal development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for growth and networking within the sports community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' sporting journeys and enhance your coaching skills.
- Qualifications: Level 1 coaching qualification or equivalent experience in rugby coaching.
The predicted salary is between 16.18 - 16.18 £ per hour.
Closing date: 9 August 2026
Location: Leicester, UK
Region: East Midlands
Employment type: Contract
Salary: £16.18 per hour
Description: DMUsport Coaches will deliver expert tuition to the university’s student clubs and support the delivery of the DMUsport player pathway. The role involves developing working relationships with internal and external partners to benefit the club, students and the university.
Hours: Friday 17:30‑19:00 (times subject to change). Fixtures occur on Wednesdays during term time, with 2 hours for home and 4 hours for away fixtures (time to be determined due to opposition and facility availability). Average hours per week during term time, including coaching, administration and competitions, is 5.2.
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert tuition to the university’s student club.
- Support and guide the club committee to improve participation numbers and to grow the depth of competitive sport.
- Deliver practical day‑to‑day coaching and devise and implement long‑term and short‑term development plans.
- Attend all training sessions and fixtures/matches.
- Analyse and report on the club’s performance.
- Ensure health and safety policies and best practice are adhered to.
- Promote student support services and engage in opportunities for CPD relating to student welfare.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant colleagues, including DSU staff, sports clubs and staff responsible for university leisure facilities.
- Promote sport at DMU, to current and prospective students and the public.
- Attend meetings and events as required, sometimes outside core hours.
- Support other projects to meet departmental objectives.
- Treat all DMU staff, students, contractors and visitors with dignity and respect.
- Provide a service that complies with the Equality Act 2010, eliminating unlawful discrimination, advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations with particular attention to the protected characteristics of age, disability, gender re‑assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Skills and Experience:
- Level 1 (or equivalent) qualification, working towards Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification or relevant experience.
- Experience coaching a relevant sport at an intermediate level.
- Experience developing athletes’ understanding of coaching styles and practical delivery.
- Ability to manage people and programmes, ensuring delivery against objectives.
- Ability to work independently on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to write reports or assessments and contribute to meetings as required.
- Ability to work outside normal core hours.
Commitment to observe the University’s Equal Opportunities policy.
Rugby Assistant Men's Coach employer: British Universities & Colleges Sport (Bucs)
British Dressage is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Meriden, West Midlands. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that values diversity, the Training & Education Coordinator will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational initiatives while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working. The organisation fosters a supportive atmosphere where employees can thrive, making it an ideal place for those passionate about advancing their careers in sports education.
Contact Details:
British Universities & Colleges Sport (Bucs) Recruitment Team
