At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire young people through sport and support community rugby programmes.
- Company: Join the Welsh Rugby Union Group, a leader in sports development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, birthday leave, and discounts.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with opportunities for personal growth and leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must be 18+ and passionate about sports; no formal qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 12515 - 12515 £ per year.
The Welsh Rugby Union Group (WRU) is proud to offer a fantastic opportunity for young people to join our Rugby Development Apprenticeship Programme.
Do you have a passion for sport and want to inspire others to take part in sport? Feel you have not yet reached your full potential? Have the motivation to self‑develop and be part of our team? Are you 18 years old on or before the 1st January 2027? Enthusiastic about working with young people and becoming a positive role model in your community? Dynamic and keen to show initiative and leadership? Able to commit to the one‑year programme?
Selection Days: 9th September & 10th September 2026 at Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cyncoed Road, Cardiff, CF23 6XD (both days are mandatory)
Salary: £12,515 per annum
Closing Date: 28th August 2026
Location: The National Centre of Excellence, Principality Stadium, throughout Wales to include the Scarlets, Cardiff, Dragons, RGC & Ospreys regions.
Hours of work: 30 per week. You will be required to work flexibly, evenings and weekends as necessary, Monday to Sunday.
Responsible to: Rugby Development Apprenticeship Manager
Contractual Status: Fixed term, 12-month apprenticeship contract subject to 5 month probationary period
Start Date: The apprenticeship will start with an Induction Day on 17th September 2026 at the Principality Stadium.
The Person:
- 18 years old on or before 1st January 2027
- Not in further education
- Demonstrate an enthusiasm for working in the Community game at all levels.
- Applicants do not require any formal qualifications, although GCSE Maths & English (A - C Grade) or equivalent is desirable and will need to be completed during the apprenticeship.
- Demonstrate a knowledge and experience of volunteering in the community.
The Role Key Responsibilities, Tasks and Activities:
- Support regional community programmes and department
- Support National Community programmes and National performance events
- Support Commercial activities
- Study Level 4 Foundation in Sport Management and Development
- Undertake essential skills assessment
- Carry out duties in support of the WRU Group Strategic Mission, Purpose and Values
Key Relationships:
- WRU Rugby Development Apprenticeship Officer
- Community Director and Community Heads of Departments
- Community Rugby Engagement Lead Officers
- Stadium Operations Team
- Welsh Rugby Union Commercial and Marketing Department
- Sport Development Departments
- Cardiff Metropolitan University
Contact: For more information, please contact wruapprenticeship@wru.wales or hr@wru.wales
Privileges and Benefits: As a member of the WRU Group, you will have access to our full range of employee benefits, including:
- Salary Sacrifice Pension (5% employee contribution, matched by WRU)
- Life assurance scheme
- WRU Group Ticket Allocation (in line with ticketing policy)
- One additional paid day off (birthday leave)
- Employee assistance programme
- Team Tactics – hybrid working arrangements
- Free stadium parking and gym
- WRU Group store and tour discounts
- WRU Group partnership offers
- Eye Care Voucher Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Our Values: The WRU Group are committed to developing a culture whereby all employees are equally valued and respected. Our aims, together with our vision and mission, are underpinned by our core values and beliefs which embrace Integrity, Excellence, Success, Courage, Family & Humour.
Inclusion at the WRU: The WRU Group are committed to building diverse, high‑performing and engaged teams across Welsh Rugby. We are ambitious about providing a people‑first culture where everyone can belong, be heard and respected.
Diversity monitoring: We know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences in the society we serve. To continue to do this we need your help in filling out a short monitoring form. None of the information you provide will be visible as part of your application. It will only be used anonymously to monitor the inclusivity of our selection processes. You can select ‘prefer not to say’ if you would rather not answer any question.
Rugby Development Apprenticeship Programme employer: Welsh Rugby Union Group
The Welsh Rugby Union Group (WRU) is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, dedicated to developing young talent through its Rugby Development Apprenticeship Programme. Located at the iconic Principality Stadium in Cardiff, employees benefit from a range of perks including a salary sacrifice pension scheme, additional paid leave for birthdays, and opportunities for personal growth within a supportive team environment. With a strong commitment to diversity and community engagement, WRU provides a meaningful platform for aspiring individuals to inspire others and make a positive impact in the world of sport.
