Organisation Mill Hill School Salary £35 p/h - 10-12 hours p/w - Autumn Term Only Location Mill Hill School, North London Contract type Fixed Term (Part time) Closing date 31 May 2026 Interview date 8 June 2026 Job Description The Rugby Coach is a key member of a forward-thinking and ambitious Sports Department. The successful applicant will support the School’s vision of gaining national recognition and competing at the highest levels.
Rugby Coach – Job Description
General Responsibilities & Expectations
•Support the aims and objectives of the Mill Hill Education Group
•Comply with the Mill Hill School Foundation Health and Safety Policy
•Promote the general progress, wellbeing, and safety of all pupils you coach
•Maintain good order and discipline among pupils during coaching sessions, fixtures, training camps, and off site activities
•Be an outstanding ambassador for Mill Hill Sport, modelling the values of the Games programme: Fit for Life and Fit for Performance
•Contribute to a professional, collaborative, and high-performing coaching culture
•Work positively within a framework of professional development, feedback, and training
•Attend key whole school events such as Open Mornings, sports tournaments, and Foundation Day
Core Rugby Responsibilities
•Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality rugby coaching sessions within timetabled Games lessons and in the extra-curricular programme for pupils aged 13–18
•Run or assist in running a school rugby squad
•Lead coaching sessions, matches, fixtures, and training blocks (including officiating where required)
•Assist the Master i/c Rugby in delivering a high-level pre-season training programme for the Autumn term
•Keep up to date with the latest trends in rugby coaching, athlete development, and training methodology, incorporating these into Mill Hill’s rugby strategy
•Support the Master i/c Rugby in providing video and performance analysis for teams and individual players
•Work with the Master i/c Rugby to deliver a coach education programme for rugby coaches across the Foundation
•Promote Mill Hill Rugby across London and the surrounding area, raising the profile of the programme
•Help increase the number and quality of talented rugby players applying for 11+, 13+, and 16+ sports scholarships
Player Development & Performance
•Oversee team and squad selection, tracking player progression and maintaining accurate records
•Contribute to the development of Scholars through collaboration with the Performance Team (S&C, nutrition, psychology, sports therapy)
•Assist with early morning, lunchtime, or after-school rugby and performance sessions where required
•Support the holistic development of players through guidance on training habits, recovery, wellbeing, and performance behaviours
•Contribute to educational workshops for rugby athletes on topics such as mindset, nutrition, preparation, and performance expectations
Equipment & Administration
•Assist the Master i/c Rugby in maintaining, organising, and auditing all rugby equipment
•Participate in administrative and organisational tasks linked to coaching, fixtures, tournaments, and programme delivery
•Report concerns regarding incidents, fire, loss, theft, damage, or irregularities
•Attend and contribute to staff meetings related to rugby and wider sport as required
Safeguarding & Conduct
•Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times
•Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with pupils
•Ensure safe and effective management of all coaching sessions, adhering to school safeguarding and risk assessment protocols
Additional Responsibilities
•Carry out all duties reasonably requested by the Mater i/c Rugby, Director of Sport, or Head of Mill Hill School
•Maintain a flexible approach to working hours in line with a busy sporting calendar
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
•Awareness of safeguarding and child protection issues, with knowledge of safeguarding principles and procedures
•High professional and personal standards
•A genuine love of coaching rugby and inspiring pupils through the sport
•A track record of developing young players in performance and participation environments
•Ambition to contribute positively to a growing and evolving rugby programme
•Previous experience teaching or coaching rugby, supported by appropriate rugby or sport-related coaching qualifications
•Ability to deliver an appropriate rugby programme for pupils of all abilities, balancing technical development, tactical understanding, competitive match play, and game-based learning
•Understanding of the needs of young athletes within a developmental performance pathway
•Ability to plan purposeful sessions that align with schemes of work and the wider Games programme ethos of Fit for Life and Fit for Performance
•Strong knowledge of current trends, best practice, and innovative techniques in rugby coaching and player development
•Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
•Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
•Flexibility and availability for mid week and weekend training sessions, fixtures, and tournaments
•Ability to work collaboratively as part of a coaching team and within a multidisciplinary performance environment
Desirable Qualities
•Previous experience coaching or teaching within a school environment
•Strong understanding of young people, their educational needs, and their developmental stages
•Availability to attend national or international rugby tours and events
•Recognised RFU coaching qualification (e.g., RFU Level 2/3) or working towards this
•Ability to drive a minibus (D1 licence)
•First Aid qualification
•Ability to officiate competitive rugby fixtures and tournaments
•Experience working with players on aspirational or performance pathway programmes
•Experience using video analysis, digital tools, or performance-tracking technology
Start Date – Tuesday 25 August
Likely Working Hours*:
Monday: 2.30pm – 4:30pm
Tuesday: 2.30pm – 4:30pm
Wednesday: 2.30pm – 4:30pm
Thursday: 3.30pm-5.00pm
Saturday – AM/PM Fixtures
*Dependent on midweek fixtures and availability
*This is subject to the coach's availability