This role delivers the national strategic direction for performance analysis to ensure that players are given the opportunity to develop their potential at regional and/or national age grade development level, as defined by the Director of Rugby and Elite Performance.
Closing Date: 3/6/2025
Location: NCE / Cardiff Arms Park
The Person
* Wide-ranging, proficient, comprehensive or broad experience of elite performance and coaching processes
* A thorough understanding of latest sport science and analysis techniques and research
* Excellent working knowledge of operating SportsCode Software
* Sound working knowledge of operating a range of Apple Mac Software
* Ability to shoot high quality moving images with a specific emphasis on material for performance analysis applications
* A verifiable record of working within a multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of performance analysis services to high performance sport
* Detailed knowledge and understanding of the structures and operations of Welsh Rugby from club to national level
* Strong interpersonal skills and relationship management
* A qualification at degree level (or equivalent) in Sport Science or related subject
* A qualification or working towards a qualification at higher degree level (or equivalent) in performance analysis or a related subject
* Ability to communicate and work through the medium of Welsh is desirable
* Excellent IT skills, specifically Microsoft package
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
* Excellent knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance
The Role
* Develop the performance analysis programme within the region, providing a blend of innovative solutions alongside current best practice.
* Enhance coach feedback, and subsequently, enhance player development through the provision of analytical interventions that underpin improved performance.
* Ensure the accurate filming and analysis of both individual and team performances for all assigned squads, and ensure the consistent delivery of filming of training & skills sessions to academy players.
* Provide key analysis information on the performances of Regional Academy teams and individuals to assist both the player and coach feedback processes
* Ensure that coaches/players within the region and affiliated schools and colleges have the support structure to fully understand and utilise the analysis resources
* Work in conjunction with coaches and players to build presentations for game / individual performance reviews.
* Build performance profiles using Sportscode databasing and statistical reporting techniques.
* Provide Coaches and players with trend analysis information to advance the identification and interpretation of player performance profiles.
* Analyse opposition teams and establish/develop tactical SWOT dossiers in conjunction with the IPT coaches for selected IPTs.
* Introduce and incorporate the use of analytical principles to support other player service departments.
* Ensure the delivery of all required analysis material to the central analysis resource within the designated timeframe.
* Carry out duties in support of the WRU Group Strategic Mission, Purpose and Values
WRU Requirements
The WRU require that individuals are proficient in IT skills, specifically Microsoft packages. Excellent written and verbal communications are essential, along with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh and a Valid UK Driver's License is desirable.
The Perks
As a permanent 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
* 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. We are happy to talk to you about our Crys I Bawb EDI Strategy (2024-2029) and you can also read more about our commitment in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
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.
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