Organisation Epsom College Salary £10,000 Location Epsom College Contract type Fixed Term (Part time) Closing date 30 June 2025 Job Description We are looking to recruit a Rugby Forward Specialist Coach to join our dynamic rugby programme.
Hours
Monday to Thursday 2-4pm during the Michaelmas term time.
Additional rugby specific clinics for two hours a week.
Commitment to pre-season training and sports tours during school holidays, up to 7 days.
Responsibilities
•Collaborate with the Director of Rugby to advance the rugby programme.
•Deliver high-quality coaching for the under-18s senior XV, coordinating with both internal and external coaches.
•Lead as the forwards coach.
•Provide coaching during all games and activity sessions.
•Manage the Elite Rugby Programme, including:
oIndividual and small group technical coaching sessions.
oCoordination with Strength and Conditioning Coaches.
•Assist with other tasks as required by the Director of Sport or Headmaster to ensure smooth school operations.
•Supervision of pupils ensuring an active and motivational session
•An awareness of health and safety
Required Skills/ Essential Criteria:
•Experience coaching forward and the set piece.
•Understanding of the role of sport and activities in individual development.
•Proven ability to motivate and encourage participation.
•Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
•Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently with a proactive, flexible, and positive approach.
•Proficiency in IT software, including Word and Excel.
•Excellent administration skills and attention to detail.
•Understanding of school sporting commitments.
•An understanding and commitment to safeguarding protocols within a school environment.
•Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
•Ability to contribute to coaching in one or more major sports.
Desirable Criteria:
•Played or coached at an elite level.
•Ability to use video analysis software.
•UKCC Level 3: RFU Advanced Coaching Award Desirable.
The selection panel may enhance any or all of the desirable criteria to make a decision.
Epsom College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment and attend mandatory training.