Rugby Performance Coach with Forwards Specialism

Abingdon School has an exciting opportunity for a Rugby Performance Coach with Forwards Specialism to join their team.

Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Salary: £35,292 (£41,258 FTE Salary) + 2024/5 governors’ pay which applies from September 2024

Job Type: Full Time, 1 year fixed contract

Starting date: August 2024

Closing date: 13th May 2024

About Us:

Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with around 1000 pupils aged 11-18. The School is situated in 35 acres of beautiful grounds in the centre of Abingdon, just south of Oxford.

Rugby Performance Coach with Forwards Specialism – The Role & Responsibilities:

Abingdon School is seeking to recruit a high calibre and motivated coach to elevate and develop the school’s Rugby programme, alongside the Director of Rugby. The coach will hold a key role in coaching throughout the club, supporting the Director of Rugby in leading the planning, development, and delivery of coaching within all areas of the Abingdon rugby programme.

They will take charge of the training and development of the forwards from 1st XV down, with a particular focus on the planning and safe delivery of these skills and techniques.

Alongside delivering within the rugby programme, the coach will actively support the Head of Athletic Development with strength & conditioning delivery, whilst supporting on other sporting programmes, as required by the Director of Sport during the Lent and Summer terms (this may include, but is not limited to Football, Hockey, Cricket, Athletics)

The appointment will initially be on a one year fixed term basis.

Rugby Performance Coach with Forwards Specialism – You:

- Proven background within Rugby

- Experience working within professional Rugby, or players aspiring to and playing within academic pathways

- Experience working with players from across different age groups

Rugby Performance Coach with Forwards Specialism – Benefits:

We offer a range of generous benefits including…

- Competitive salary

- 14.1% employer pension contribution

- Free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes

- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Application Process:

We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.

Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Early applications are encouraged and we may appoint before the closing date.

Closing date for applications is 13th May 2024 at 12.00 midday. Interviews will be held w/c 20th May 2024.

To submit your application for this exciting Rugby Performance Coach opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now!