Elite Junior Rowing Coach - Develop Champions

Claires Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Elite rowing programme

Professional development

Job summary

Claires Court School Boat Club (CCSBC) in Maidenhead is seeking an enthusiastic rowing coach to develop Year 9 and Year 10 athletes into confident competitors.

You will deliver technical coaching, manage training sessions, equipment and logistics, and act as a key contact for parents and staff, while upholding high safety standards and safeguarding. The role offers ongoing professional development within a high-performance programme and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• British Rowing Level 2 or equivalent experience.
• Experience coaching junior athletes or competitive rowing background.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to drive minibuses and tow trailers (training provided).
• RYA Powerboat Level 2 or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical coaching to Year 9 and Year 10 athletes.
• Develop rowers from beginner to competitive level.
• Lead sessions for both boys and girls junior squads.
• Build a positive, high-energy team culture.
• Track attendance and athlete development.
• Coordinate training sessions, equipment, and logistics.
• Drive minibuses and tow trailers to training and events.
• Act as a key point of contact for parents and staff.
• Support the academic and pastoral wellbeing of athletes.
• Maintain high safety and safeguarding standards.

Skills

Strong communicator

Organised

Collaborative

Athlete development

Education

British Rowing Level 2

Job description

Claires Court School Boat Club (CCSBC) in Maidenhead is seeking an enthusiastic rowing coach to develop Year 9 and Year 10 athletes into confident competitors.

You will deliver technical coaching, manage training sessions, equipment and logistics, and act as a key contact for parents and staff, while upholding high safety standards and safeguarding. The role offers ongoing professional development within a high-performance programme and a supportive working environment.