Squad Rowing Coach - Barn Elms, London

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic coach to work with our junior racing squad. The ideal candidate will be confident coaching developing athletes as well as those preparing for competitive racing. There is flexibility in working hours; however, applicants should preferably be available to work two weekday evenings and one weekend morning. During peak season (April–September), additional overtime hours are often available for those who wish to take on more coaching.

About Us: Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community. At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best.

On top of a competitive salary and flexible working environment, employees will also receive:

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Gym Membership

Reports to: Boathouse Operations Manager
Based: Barn Elms Boathouse
Salary: £17.84 to £21.00/hr (dependant on experience)
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time
Work Arrangement: 10 hours per week, On-Site
DBS: Enhanced

Role Overview: The Leisure Team are passionate about benefitting the local community through sports and leisure activities. We are experts in our service and pride ourselves on our customer experience and inclusivity through affordable or complementary programmes reaching those that need it the most. The leisure team want to enrich all lives within Wandsworth leading on the needs of the community, delivering programmes that reach out to local places and people, removing barriers and increasing access to activity.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coach a variety of indoor and river based sessions with our junior racing squad and potentially including adult and junior beginners, recreational adults and school sessions if needed
• Work with the Racing Squad Leads in session planning and meeting the goals and aims of the rowers.
• Maintain records of attendance.
• Contribute to the development of our programmes and courses for groups and individuals.
• Check that all equipment is suitable for use and report this appropriately.
• Address any immediate issues where possible.

Skills and Experience:

• Applicants must have a sound knowledge of rowing and sculling.
• Good communication skills.
• Experience of coaching, preferably on the tideway.
• Knowledge of the tideway navigation rules.
• Level 2 coaching qualification is desirable.
• RYA powerboat qualifications is desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts.

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.