Casual Rugby Growth Coach

Gloucester Rugby; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Gloucester Rugby is seeking Casual Rugby Growth Coaches to deliver safe, inclusive and engaging rugby activities within the community. You will coach across schools, clubs, Rugby Growth programmes, camps and matchdays, creating positive experiences and promoting participation.

Reporting to the Head of Rugby Growth, you will travel to various delivery locations, work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, and represent the club professionally while supporting participation growth across

Qualifications

• RFU Level 2 Coaching Award with coaching experience.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, inclusive and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support matchday activity packages and rugby experiences.
• Deliver high-quality coaching sessions for schools, clubs and community groups.
• Plan, set up and deliver rugby camps, festivals and local tournaments.
• Adapt sessions to participants' ages, abilities and needs.
• Promote Rugby Growth opportunities, including the school ticketing programme.
• Complete registers, incident reports and programme administration.
• Raise safeguarding, welfare and health and safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliable & inclusive

Flexible scheduling

Education

RFU Level 2 Coaching Award

Job description

Gloucester Rugby is looking for Casual Rugby Growth Coaches to deliver safe, inclusive and engaging rugby activities in the community.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Rugby Growth, you will coach across schools, clubs, Rugby Growth programmes, camps, tournaments and Gloucester Rugby matchdays - creating positive experiences of rugby, supporting participation and representing the club professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and support matchday activity packages and rugby experiences
• Deliver high-quality coaching sessions for schools, clubs and community groups
• Plan, set up and deliver rugby camps, festivals and local tournaments
• Adapt sessions to participants' ages, abilities and needs
• Promote Rugby Growth opportunities, including the school ticketing programme
• Complete registers, incident reports and programme administration
• Raise safeguarding, welfare and health and safety concerns promptly

About You

• An RFU Level 2 Coaching Award and coaching experience
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding responsibilities
• Strong interpersonal skills, and reliable, professional and inclusive
• Able to travel to delivery locations and work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
• Desirable: enhanced DBS, full UK driving licence, first aid, safeguarding training and working towards the ERCA

Key Details

• Location: Gloucester and community venues
• Contract: Casual, flexible hours
• Pay: £15 - £20 per hour, depending on experience
• Applications: Up-to-date CV and covering letter
• Closing date: 11 November 2026