Lead Forwards Coach – BUCS Men's Rugby

British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS)

United Kingdom

On-site

GBP 36,000 - 54,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + 12 bank

LGPS pension

Family-friendly policies

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Job summary

Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking an experienced Forwards Coach to lead the forward pack and contribute to the BUCS Super Rugby programme. You will work on set-piece development and align performance philosophy with our Head of Performance Rugby and WRU Premiership collaborations.

You will apply expert knowledge of forwards play, drive player development, and support a high-performance environment within a university setting, with a focus on excellence and continuity of coaching

Qualifications

Expert technical understanding of forwards play (scrum, lineout, maul, breakdown and contact phases).
Proven ability to prepare teams for competitive performance at BUCS Super Rugby or higher.
Track record coaching rugby in university, academy or senior competitive environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical and tactical development of the forwards unit, including set piece integration within the team’s game model.
Plan and deliver the Men’s Performance Rugby programme ensuring training and competition align with BUCS demands and Cardiff Met standards.
Support the WRU Premiership coaching team and provide continuity in the Head of Performance Rugby’s absence.