Rowing Club Coach

University of Chester; Chester; On-site; GBP 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chester is seeking a Rowing Club Coach to support the development and success of its student rowing programme within the Sport and Active Lifestyle Department. The role offers £25 per hour with a maximum of £2,100 per year for the Exton Park venue.

As part of a vibrant university sports environment, you will plan and deliver coaching sessions, support participants of all abilities, and work closely with student officers and the Sport Development Team to drive inclusive,

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 1 rowing coaching qualification and experience with young adults.
• Excellent communication, motivation and development of participants; inclusive coaching.
• Safeguarding and Protecting Children in Sport certificate required; First Aid desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured rowing coaching sessions for students.
• Support participants of all abilities and foster a positive club environment.
• Coordinate with Sport Development Team and student officers to shape programme.

Skills

Rowing coaching (Level 1)

Communication

Motivation & engagement

Education

Safeguarding and Protecting Children in Sport certificate

First Aid qualification

Job description

Sport and Active Lifestyle Department
University of Chester
£25 per hour | Up to £2,100 per year | Exton Park

The University of Chester is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Rowing Club Coach to support the development and success of its student rowing programme. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced coach to play a key role in enhancing the student experience through the delivery of high-quality, inclusive coaching sessions.

Working closely with student club officers and the Sport Development Team, you will be responsible for planning and delivering structured coaching sessions, supporting participants of all abilities, and fostering a positive and developmental club environment.

About You

You will hold a minimum Level 1 coaching qualification in rowing and have experience working with young adults. You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to motivate, engage and develop participants while promoting a safe, inclusive and enjoyable sporting environment. A Safeguarding and Protecting Children in Sport certificate is essential, with a First Aid qualification desirable. [

What We Offer

• £25 per hour coaching rate (maximum £2,100 per annum).
• Coaching programme covering 21 weeks from October to May.[
• Opportunity to work within a vibrant university sports environment.
• Support from the University of Chester's Sport and Active Lifestyle team. [

If you are passionate about rowing and committed to helping students develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment of the sport, we would welcome your application.

Join us and help drive the continued success of rowing at the University of Chester

We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.