Development Rowing Coach: Build Elite Crews On-Water & Erg

British Rowing; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham Boat Club is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Development Squad to support on-water and erg-based sessions through Terms 1 and 2 and help athletes bridge to the senior squad. The role offers part-time hours (approx.

12 per week) with a start in October 2026 and a focus on developing technical and physical foundations for competitive rowing. Term 1 emphasizes technique, power, and learning to train; Term 2 applies skills to racing boats, with progression into the

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and driven to contribute to the programme’s success.
• Clear and understandable coaching of the rowing stroke to novices.
• Ability to inspire, organise, and lead athletes with varying training experience.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day coaching of the Development Squad on water and ergometer.
• Develop technical and physical foundation for athletes to transition to senior squad.
• Progress to integrate squad into senior programme for racing.

Skills

Coaching

Technical knowledge

Leadership

Organisational skills

Rowing experience

Education

Coaching qualification

Job description

The University of Nottingham Boat Club is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Development Squad to support on-water and erg-based sessions through Terms 1 and 2 and help athletes bridge to the senior squad. The role offers part-time hours (approx.

12 per week) with a start in October 2026 and a focus on developing technical and physical foundations for competitive rowing. Term 1 emphasizes technique, power, and learning to train; Term 2 applies skills to racing boats, with progression into the