Lead Senior Rowing Coach - Develop Junior Champions

Claires Court; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

High-performance programme

Ongoing professional development

Safeguarding training

Job summary

Claires Court School Boat Club in Maidenhead is seeking a Lead Senior Rowing Coach for Years 9 and 10 (J14/15). You will deliver high‑quality coaching across boys' and girls' squads, developing beginners to competitive rowers and coordinating training sessions, logistics, and communication with parents.

The role combines coaching leadership with safeguarding, attendance tracking, and supporting the academic and pastoral wellbeing of athletes, within a supportive programme that has a strong track

Qualifications

• British Rowing Level 2 (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Experience coaching junior athletes.
• 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

Communication

Organisation

Team leadership

Job description

Claires Court School Boat Club in Maidenhead is seeking a Lead Senior Rowing Coach for Years 9 and 10 (J14/15). You will deliver high‑quality coaching across boys' and girls' squads, developing beginners to competitive rowers and coordinating training sessions, logistics, and communication with parents.

The role combines coaching leadership with safeguarding, attendance tracking, and supporting the academic and pastoral wellbeing of athletes, within a supportive programme that has a strong track