Head Coach – Oxford College Rowing Excellence

British Rowing; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Brasenose College Boat Club (University of Oxford) seeks a new Head Coach for the 2026/2027 academic year to build upon recent successes and lead training for both the men’s and women’s squads. The Head Coach will write training programs, oversee senior crews, and collaborate with assistant coaches to ensure consistent technique across the club.

Training camps, including an international one, are planned during vacations.

Qualifications

• Prior rowing coaching experience.
• Availability to work flexibly, including early mornings and weekends.
• Passion for coaching a variety of skill levels.
• Available to coach at least 6-8 outings per week during Oxford terms.
• Provide a training plan at the start of term for land and water training and be able to effectively work with the assistant coaches to deliver this.

Responsibilities

• Write training programs for Men’s and Women’s squads.
• Oversee senior crews and liaise with Assistant Coaches to ensure continuity of technique.
• Plan training camps in each vacation between terms, including an international camp.
• Represent the club in communications with the college rowing committee.

Skills

Coaching experience

Flexibility

Training planning

Team communication

Commitment 6-8 outings/week

Job description

Brasenose College Boat Club (University of Oxford) seeks a new Head Coach for the 2026/2027 academic year to build upon recent successes and lead training for both the men’s and women’s squads. The Head Coach will write training programs, oversee senior crews, and collaborate with assistant coaches to ensure consistent technique across the club.

Training camps, including an international one, are planned during vacations.