Community Officer Vacancy

Bath Rugby Foundation; Bath; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bath Rugby Foundation is seeking a full-time Community Officer to bridge operational delivery with strategic goals. This role involves delivering impactful coaching sessions and ensuring program efficiency across various locations.

Responsibilities include leading a team of Community Coaches, coordinating events, and ensuring adherence to safeguarding practices. A valid UK Driving Licence is essential for travel to multiple community sites. The salary band ranges from £27,000 to £33,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• A valid UK Driving Licence and vehicle is required due to travel across multiple community sites.
• Current safeguarding and first aid (or willing to update).
• Coaching qualification (e.g. NGB Level 2) and/or qualifications relevant to youth work and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in delivery, setting the standard for quality.
• Manage Community Coaches and provide mentoring.
• Ensure coaching practices reflect the Foundation’s values.

Skills

Coaching qualification (e.g. NGB Level 2)

Valid UK Driving Licence

Current safeguarding and first aid

Job description

• Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (2 years)
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Salary Band: £27,000 - £33,000 (based on experience)
• Reporting To: Community Manager
• Responsible For: Community Coaches
• Locations: Various sites across BANES, Somerset and Wiltshire

Role overview

The Community Officer role is pivotal in bridging operational delivery with strategic goals. Alongside delivering impactful coaching sessions, the Community Officer is responsible for ensuring programme efficiency, leading by example, and maintaining high standards across the Foundation's initiatives.

Requirements

• A valid UK Driving Licence and vehicle is required due to travel across multiple community sites
• Current safeguarding and first aid (or willing to update)
• Coaching qualification (e.g. NGB Level 2) and/or qualifications relevant to youth work and mentoring.

Key responsibilities

Leadership & People Management

• Lead by example in delivery, setting the standard for quality, energy, and inclusivity across the coaching team.
• Line management of Community Coaches and provide mentoring to maintain high standards.
• Ensure coaching practices reflect the Foundation’s values and standards.

Programme Quality & Delivery

• Accountable for high-quality, engaging delivery that meets participant and partner needs.
• Coordinate festivals and community events for smooth and effective execution.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, to deliver programmes at rugby festivals and Bath Rugby home games.
• Lead the planning and event-day coordination of Foundation festivals, tournaments, and community showcase events.
• Ensure sessions are delivered in alignment with risk assessments and safeguarding practices.
• Collaborate with the Community Manager to uphold health and safety regulations.
• Record and enter safeguarding concerns into MyConcern daily.
• Lead anti-bullying practices within the Community Team.
• Ensure staff adhere to individual risk assessments.

Partnerships & Profile

• Liaise with external partners and schools to maximise attendance and provide positive participant experiences.
• Professionally represent the Foundation at community forums, network meetings, and promotional events.

Impact & Data Management

• Collect completed surveys and ensure accurate record-keeping in the central impact spreadsheet.
• Maintain Upshot registers and user profiles for reporting purposes.

General Responsibilities

• Undertake additional responsibilities as directed by the Community Manager or Senior Leadership Team.
• Maintain professional conduct aligned with the Foundation’s values: Inclusion, Respect, Empathy, and Empowerment.