Director of Rugby - Glasgow. Closes 7 Oct

Club Rugby; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Strathclyde, in partnership with Glasgow Warriors, invites applications for the Director of Rugby – Glasgow. This fixed-term role oversees both Men's and Women's rugby programmes within Strathclyde Sport, focusing on high-performance development and a welcoming, inclusive club culture that supports student-athlete progression.

Salary ranges from £37,952 to £42,131, with a 15% uplift for working unsociable hours. Initial interviews are scheduled for Monday 26 October 2026.

Skills

Leadership

Rugby coaching

Job description

• Director of Rugby - Glasgow. Closes 7 Oct

Director of Rugby - Glasgow. Closes 7 Oct

• Contract -Fixed Term (Until 31 July 2029)
• Salary:£37,952-£42,131 (incl. 15% uplift for working unsociable hours)

In line with Strathclyde Sport’s 2030 Strategy, the University of Strathclyde is committed to using Rugby as a platform to enhance its International profile and sporting reputation.

Through sustained investment in performance sport and a longstanding partnership with Glasgow Warriors, the University has established a strong reputation for developing talented student-athletes, many of whom have progressed to national representative honours. This commitment to excellence has helped position Strathclyde as Scotland’s leading University Rugby programme.

As a result, both the Men's and Women's Rugby programmes are recognised as priority sports within the University and benefit from the support of a World-Class, multi-disciplinary Sports Science and Medical team. With strong foundations in place and a shared ambition to excel, both clubs are committed to competing and succeeding at the highest levels of University Rugby while continuing to develop players capable of progressing along national and professional performance pathways.

To build on this success, the University, in partnership with Glasgow Warriors, is seeking to appoint an experienced, proactive and inspirational Rugby Coach to lead the continued growth and development of both Men's and Women's Rugby Union programme.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performance environment while fostering a welcoming, safe and inclusive club culture that enhances the student experience, promotes personal development and supports student retention.

Initial interviews have been scheduled for Monday 26th October 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contactDave Sykes,Head of Sport Development [e-mail]