We’re now seeking an experienced Forwards Coach to act as a Lead Coach in the BUCS Super Rugby Programme. The role will provide specialist coaching expertise to the Men's Rugby Performance programme focusing on forward pack development, set‑piece performance and contribution to the competitive success of the Men's 1st XV in BUCS Super Rugby and related competitions.
The coach will also support the coaching team of the WRU Premiership to provide specialist knowledge and contributions as well as working with players across both teams. The role carries broader responsibilities within the environment, providing support and continuity in the absence of the Head of Performance Rugby.
What you’ll bring
* Expert technical understanding of forwards play including scrum, lineout, maul, breakdown and contact phases.
* Demonstrated ability to prepare teams for competitive performance at a BUCS Super Rugby, Academy or professional level.
* Demonstrable track record of coaching and developing rugby players within a performance environment appropriate to university, academy or senior competitive rugby.
Responsibilities
* Ensuring that core aspects of the Men's Performance Rugby programme—including rugby preparation, player development, talent identification, recruitment, staffing, performance standards, cultural expectations and athlete welfare—are planned, aligned and agreed in collaboration with the Head of Performance Rugby.
* Leading technical and tactical development of the forwards unit, including set piece (scrum, lineout), maul, breakdown, and contact areas; integrating these technical components within the team's overall game model to ensure shared understanding of roles, thoughtful decision‑making, and contribution to team strategy.
* Supporting day‑to‑day planning and delivery of the Men's Performance Rugby performance programme, ensuring training, competition and player preparation align with BUCS demands, Cardiff Met performance standards and contemporary coaching practice.
Benefits
* Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 year's service, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
* Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
* Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
* Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.
All applications must be submitted online. Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application in English.
Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role, will be progressed to the next stage.
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