Marlow Rowing Club – Junior Coach

British Rowing; Marlow; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate and dedicated coach to lead and inspire junior athletes at Marlow Rowing Club. This part-time role involves developing tailored training programs, adhering to clean sport regulations, and fostering a supportive environment for young athletes to thrive. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of junior athlete development, having achieved success in competitive rowing. Join a vibrant community committed to promoting the welfare of children and making a significant impact in the world of rowing. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in coaching at Championship level and developing junior athletes.
• Must hold or be willing to achieve British Rowing Level Two qualification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver tailored training programs for athlete development.
• Coach land and water-based training sessions and maintain equipment.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Coaching Junior Athletes

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

British Rowing Level Two Coaching Qualification

Powerboat RYA 2 or equivalent

UK Anti-doping Accredited Advisors Course

Safeguarding and Protecting Children Certification

Current First Aid Certificate

Job description

The role covers our J15s and above. We have a large and vibrant group who have some strong ambitions for this and future seasons.

This group trains:

September to Easter

• Monday to Thursday 16:30 to 18:00
• Saturday 11:15 to 15:30

Easter to the end of the season

• Monday to Thursday 16:30 to 18:00
• Friday 16:30 to 20:30
• Sunday 9:00 to 13:00

In addition, there are term break training camps and a range of regattas, heads and other off-site events.

The post holder will have the leadership skills to manage a large group of athletes and will:

• Develop and deliver a training program, tailored to support athlete development and progression.
• Be responsible for adhering to and educating in clean sport and anti-doping rules.
• Coach land and water-based training sessions.
• Rig and maintain the fleet and be involved in the organisation of the boathouse.
• Work with the Head Junior Coach, Club Captain, professional club coaches, and the team of volunteer junior coaches to build a cross-club approach and enable every coach to excel in their role.
• Communicate effectively with other squad coaches and leads.
• Work alongside and communicate well with our junior squad support team.
• Be part of the team that delivers Junior Learn to Row and the junior pathways.
• Promote junior rowing in local non-rowing schools and educational establishments.
• Communicate well with the athletes, parents, and guardians.

You have been in at least one strong squad system and have achieved at the highest level. As a consequence, you are credible as a coach at Championship level and know what it takes to win at club and National events. You have developed a deep understanding of how to support and develop junior athletes to reach their potential and a set of personal values that align with our ethos.

You are inclusive, know how to develop the talent pipeline, foster a ‘whole squad’ ethos, and have proven experience of encouraging athletes to be as good as they can be.

In addition to the above, you will hold the following, or be prepared to work towards achieving:

• British Rowing coaching qualification, minimum Level Two, or be prepared to work towards achieving L2
• Powerboat RYA 2 or equivalent
• UK Anti-doping accredited advisors course
• BR accredited Safeguarding and Protecting Children
• Current first aid certificate.

(Applications without some of these are acceptable provided you are willing to gain these in an agreed timescale.)

Applicants must be able to provide evidence of having the right to live and work in the UK and be prepared to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Recruitment will follow British Rowing’s Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Marlow Rowing Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search, and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.

Type: Part time based on 27 hours per week

Application Dates: From Monday 20th January 2025 to Friday 7th February 2025