Assistant Junior Squad Coach

Enable; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking a passionate individual to join their leisure team as a part-time coach. You will assist lead coaches in managing junior athletes and deliver quality community sessions for aspiring rowers. Excellent communication and coaching experience are essential, alongside a Level 2 NGB qualification in rowing. This role allows you to make a genuine difference in the community by promoting health and wellbeing through sports activities.

Benefits

30 days of annual leave

Life Insurance

Gym Membership

Wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• Experience coaching young people of various abilities.
• Understanding of health and safety in rowing.
• Valid UK driving licence and towing qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead coaches managing athletes in junior squad.
• Coach on community sessions leading to competitive pathways.
• Deliver sessions following the technical model and guidance.
• Organize and run training camps and prepare crews for events.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Motivation

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

Level 2 NGB qualification in rowing

Level 2 RYA powerboat qualification

Job description

About Us

Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people’s wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.

Benefits

• 30 days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Life Insurance
• Reward Schemes (RewardHub Membership, wellbeing budgets and cycle to work)
• A variety of social and wellbeing activities each month
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Perks (Monthly talks, Wellbeing Hour, etc)
• Gym Membership

Reports to: Club & Partnership Liaison Manager

Based at: Barn Elms Boathouse

Salary: £12,827.52 – £14,171.63 per week (FTE £34,206.72 – £37,791)

Contract: Permanent Part Time

Work Arrangement: 15 hours per week on site

DBS: Enhanced

Role Overview

The Leisure Team are passionate about benefiting the local community through sports and leisure activities. We are experts in our service and pride ourselves on our customer experience and inclusivity through affordable or complementary programmes reaching those that need it the most. The leisure team want to enrich all lives within Wandsworth, leading on the needs of the community delivering programmes that reach out to local places and people, removing barriers and increasing access to activity.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

• Assist the lead coaches with managing athletes within the competitive junior squad.
• Coach on the junior community sessions which are a key pathway to the competitive squad.
• Deliver quality sessions following the GB Rowing Team technical model, guidance, and Rower development guide.
• Assist with the organisation and running of training camps.
• Prepare crews and equipment to be competitive at both local and major national events.
• Assist the lead coach with crew selection.
• Be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. Always demonstrating integrity and a willingness to attend training as required.
• Any other relevant duties that the Club & Partnership Liaison Manager sees fit.
• Core hours are Saturday and Sunday mornings. Additional hours are weekday evenings.

Skills and Experience

• Experience of coaching young people of different ages and abilities to increase participation and develop pathways for talented athletes to flourish.
• Experience of coaching small groups through to larger numbers of varied ability.
• Understanding and awareness of health and safety implications of rowing and coaching on the tideway.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills.
• Ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends.
• Holds a Level 2 NGB qualification in rowing or working towards it.
• Hold a Level 2 RYA powerboat qualification.
• Holds a valid UK driving licence and can commute to various race meets.
• Holds relevant qualifications to tow a boat trailer.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone who is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference then please apply now and follow the prompts.

If this role is not quite right however you are still interested in working at Enable then we encourage you to get in touch today.

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion please visit our website.

Required Experience: Junior IC