We are looking for a skilled and passionate Strength and Conditioning Coach to join our high-performance Rugby Programme at The Henley College. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in planning, delivering, and reviewing strength, power, speed, and conditioning training tailored to the specific needs of our student-athletes. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, providing pitch-side support during training and fixtures (including national travel), and contributing to the overall development and wellbeing of players in both the Girls' and Boys' Rugby programmes. Additionally, you will assist with the wider operational and strategic development of our rugby programmes. This role is varied and hands-on, ideal for someone eager to drive athletic development in an educational and competitive rugby environment, thrives in a team environment, and is committed to high performance in education and sport.
We seek a candidate who combines strong clinical knowledge with a positive, student-focused approach. The ideal candidate will have:
* A Degree in Strength and Conditioning
* Practical experience planning and delivering rugby-specific strength, power, speed, and conditioning programmes, including pre-season and in-season phases
* Understanding of rugby's positional demands and Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) principles, especially within an educational setting
* CIMPSA certification and experience working in performance rugby environments alongside coaches and sport therapists
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, coaches, and external stakeholders
* A flexible, adaptable, and professional approach to working within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team
* A full driving license and willingness to complete minibus training (if not already qualified)
The Henley College is a leading sixth form college serving young people and adult learners from across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire. Located in the heart of Henley-on-Thames, we are a vibrant and inclusive organization with around 250 dedicated staff committed to educational excellence. Our values—High Expectations, Enterprise, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork (HEART)—are central to our work.
Benefits include:
* Generous annual leave entitlement of 20 days per leave year (September 1st to August 31st), plus 8 bank holidays and 4 closure days (pro-rata)
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* Free onsite gym
* 40% discount at Henley Leisure Centre
* Free car parking and good public transport links
* On-site cafes
* Located just 5 minutes walk from the picturesque market town of Henley-on-Thames, on the banks of the River Thames
* 24/7 support for your physical, mental, and financial health through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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