Cluster Developer

Scottish Cycling; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Cycling is seeking a proactive team member to help shape our youth development pathway. The role will work across the National Programme and club environments to positively influence the number and quality of riders progressing through the pathway.

You will collaborate with the Pathway Lead, National Coaches and club coaches to design and support discipline-specific environments that identify, nurture and develop riders with Olympic potential.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support discipline-specific youth development environments.
• Collaborate with Pathway Lead, National Coaches and club coaches to enhance rider development.
• Act as a link between riders, parents, coaches, clubs and race teams to build a connected development system.

Job description

Scottish Cycling is the National Governing Body for cycle sport in Scotland. We are the voice of our sport and the largest cycling membership organisation in Scotland, representing the aspirations of our community.

Our strategy, Developing a Nation of Cyclists, details our mission, vision and values and outlines how we will deliver activities across our core areas of business. Working across multiple disciplines of cycling, we are committed to developing a nation of cyclists, maximising participation for all and delivering international success.

The Performance Team at Scottish Cycling are a friendly and inclusive group. We are looking forward to receiving applications from people who would like to support young Scottish riders achieve their potential and achieve success on the world stage. As a team, we want to improve cycling opportunities in Scotland, because we know that sport has the power to change lives.

At the heart of recruitment for this position is finding the right person. If you are unsure if your experience fits, then please get in touch. We would be delighted to speak to you.

Job Purpose

This role will work across both the Scottish Cycling National Programme and club environments to positively influence the number and quality of riders progressing through the Scottish Cycling pathway. A key focus of the role will be enhancing the quality of local rider development environments by working closely with clubs and coaches to create opportunities that identify, nurture and develop riders with the motivation and potential to progress.

You will play a pivotal role within the team, working closely with the Pathway Lead, National Coaches and club coaches to design, develop and support the implementation of discipline-specific youth development environments that contribute to Olympic and Paralympic success. The successful candidate will act as a key link between riders, parents, coaches, clubs and race teams, helping to build a connected and supportive development system that enables riders to thrive and achieve their potential.

We are looking for a forward-thinking and hard-working individual who will bring enthusiasm to their role, using their skills and experience to continuously evolve and innovate our performance pathway.