Rugby Coach

Billingshurst Romans RUFC; Billingshurst; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 30 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Billingshurst Romans RUFC seeks a part-time Rugby Coach to plan and deliver training in Billingshurst. The role focuses on T1 Touch Rugby and women's rugby, with responsibilities including training plans, drills, feedback, and match-day prep.

You will work with club leaders to ensure coaching aligns with values and development goals, while ensuring welfare and safeguarding standards are met across sessions and events.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Rugby Union and Touch Rugby rules, tactics and development frameworks.
• Proven ability to plan sessions, run drills and structure seasonal training programs.
• Excellent communication and ability to mentor players and staff.

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver structured training sessions focused on skill development, game understanding and fitness.
• Lead drills, taktical sessions and provide constructive feedback to players.
• Support match-day preparation and in-game decisions.
• Collaborate with club leadership to align coaching with club values and development goals.
• Maintain welfare, discipline and sportsmanship; communicate with players, staff and guardians as needed.

Connaissances

Rugby Union

Touch Rugby

Coaching methods

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Formation

RFU coaching certifications

First aid training

Description du poste

Company Description

Billingshurst Romans RUFC is a community-focused rugby club committed to promoting Rugby Union in the Billingshurst and wider West Sussex area. The club offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for players of varying ages and experience levels, emphasizing teamwork, respect, and enjoyment of the sport. Training and match programs are designed to develop players’ skills, fitness, and understanding of the game. Volunteers, coaches, and club staff work closely together to support player development and maintain strong ties with the local community.

Role Description

The Rugby Coach role at Billingshurst Romans RUFC is a part-time, on-site position based in Billingshurst. The coach will plan and deliver structured training sessions that focus on skill development, game understanding, fitness, and safe contact techniques.

In particular, this role will focus on T1 Touch Rugby and women's rugby.

Responsibilities include preparing training plans, leading drills and tactical sessions, providing feedback to players, and supporting match-day preparation and in-game decision-making. The coach will work with club leadership to align coaching practices with club values and long-term player development goals, including talent identification and progression through squads. The role also involves clear communication with players, support staff, and parents or guardians (where applicable), maintaining high standards of welfare, discipline, and sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and practical experience in Rugby Union and Touch Rugby, including laws of the game, tactics, and player development frameworks.
• Proficiency in Sports Coaching and Training, with proven ability to plan sessions, run drills, and structure seasonal training programs.
• Effective Communication skills for giving clear instructions, constructive feedback, and maintaining positive relationships with players, staff, and stakeholders.
• Relevant coaching certifications (e.g., RFU or equivalent national governing body qualifications) and current first aid training are highly beneficial.
• Experience coaching at club, school, or academy level, with a track record of developing players of different ages and abilities.
• Ability to create an inclusive, safe, and motivating environment, demonstrating strong leadership, organization, and time management skills.
• Enhanced background checks and safeguarding training (or willingness to obtain) for working with young people, will be required.