Rowing Talent Coach - Build Elite Pathways & Global Impact

University of Edinburgh; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh, Scotland, invites applications for a Grade UE04 role in the Corporate Services Group, Sports & Exercise. This full-time, 35 hours per week, open-ended permanent contract offers a competitive salary of £26,093-£28,778 per annum.

The role focuses on talent identification, coaching, and pathway management within rowing, and includes working with university clubs and national partners.

Responsibilities

• Finding talent (30%): Run annual recruitment campaigns and talent-transfer initiatives, working with University clubs and coaches to identify athletes with the physical, technical and behavioural potential for rowing.
• Coaching (40%): Plan and deliver evidence-informed programmes on land and water, build strong technical foundations, and create individual development plans.
• Managing the pathway (20%): Set clear progression standards from recruitment to our senior squads. Hold regular athlete reviews, and support athletes through testing, trialling and national selection.
• Running the programme (10%): Keep accurate records, contribute to planning and review, and support the safe use of boats, facilities and equipment.

Job description

The University of Edinburgh, Scotland, invites applications for a Grade UE04 role in the Corporate Services Group, Sports & Exercise. This full-time, 35 hours per week, open-ended permanent contract offers a competitive salary of £26,093-£28,778 per annum.

The role focuses on talent identification, coaching, and pathway management within rowing, and includes working with university clubs and national partners.