Director of Performance & Athlete Pathways (Hybrid)

Welsh Gymnastics; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Welsh Gymnastics in Cardiff is seeking an experienced leader to oversee performance gymnastics in Wales, reporting to the Chief Executive and translating strategy into a people‑centred performance plan. You will lead performance programmes, athlete pathways and high‑performance partnerships.

The role focuses on deepening programmes across disciplines, strengthening gymnast development pathways, and embedding safe practice and wellbeing, while delegating day‑to‑day management and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead and communicate the performance strategy for all gymnastics disciplines in Wales
• Build relationships with British Gymnastics, Sport Wales, Team Wales, TASS, clubs and coaches
• Lead Performance staff and build workforce capability across coaches, judges and support roles
• Agree delivery plans and budgets, and report on delivery, risk and compliance
• Oversee selection policies, international competition plans and major-event preparation
• Lead coordinated support services and a connected Athlete Development Framework

Job description

Welsh Gymnastics in Cardiff is seeking an experienced leader to oversee performance gymnastics in Wales, reporting to the Chief Executive and translating strategy into a people‑centred performance plan. You will lead performance programmes, athlete pathways and high‑performance partnerships.

The role focuses on deepening programmes across disciplines, strengthening gymnast development pathways, and embedding safe practice and wellbeing, while delegating day‑to‑day management and coaching.