Lead Shooting Coach
Wellington College is seeking to appoint a passionate and experienced Lead Shooting Coach to support the strategic delivery of our Target Rifle programme. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and values‑led Sports Department, where character, wellbeing, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.
Responsibilities
As Lead Shooting Coach, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality coaching across all ability levels, from beginners to county‑level athletes. Working closely with the Head of Shooting, you will help shape an inclusive and aspirational environment that nurtures both participation and performance. You will also support the operational management of the Wellington College Target Rifle Club (WCTRC), contributing to the planning and delivery of training, camps, and competitions.
Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate will bring a strong technical background in both smallbore and full‑bore disciplines, with recent experience coaching and competing at county level or above. A current civilian range supervisor qualification (NSRA RCO or NRA RSO) is essential, along with a deep understanding of range safety and compliance. We particularly welcome candidates with experience leading school shooting programmes, military or civilian coaching qualifications, or national‑level coaching or competition experience. A willingness to undertake further training such as MIDAS or military driving licences would be advantageous.
Benefits and Working Conditions
Working on a part‑time basis for 29 hours per week and 38 weeks per year, this role requires flexibility, initiative, and a collaborative spirit. In return, we offer a supportive and stimulating working environment, outstanding facilities, and a strong commitment to your professional development.
* Generous annual leave
* Complimentary lunches
* Professional development opportunities
* Subsidised gym membership
* Generous pension scheme
* Enhanced family leave
* Cycle‑to‑work initiative
* Free campus parking
* Tuition fee remission
* Health cash plan
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Safeguarding and Recruitment Information
Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The College is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent", unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Equal Opportunity
Wellington College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.
Right to Work
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and be able to produce supporting documentation.
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