Rugby Coach

USP College; Thundersley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

USP Storm Rugby Academy at USP College in Essex seeks a passionate Rugby Coach to support development for male and female players aged 16–19. You will lead coaching sessions, help grow participation, and strengthen pathways with clubs and schools, while delivering high-quality community programmes and tours.

You will collaborate with partners, prioritise inclusion, and drive youth development through effective coaching delivery, data analysis, and facility management at our education setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum Rugby Level 1 Coaching Qualification.
• Experience coaching 16-19-year-olds within a Rugby Academy/college environment.
• Strong understanding of rugby development and player pathways.
• Ability to work with partner organisations to deliver rugby development objectives.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and flexible approach with a genuine passion for youth development.
• Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality coaching sessions for the USP Storm Rugby Academy.
• Grow and sustain participation across male and female rugby programmes.
• Support player pathways through appropriate competition structures, clubs, and coach development.
• Assist in building partnerships with local clubs, schools, and national organisations.
• Help to plan and deliver holiday football camps, community programmes, and tours.
• Promote inclusion, encouraging participation among women, girls, disability groups, and under-represented communities.
• Analyse team, league, and participation data to identify opportunities for growth.
• Assist in managing facilities and ensuring high standards of delivery.

Skills

Rugby coaching

Youth development

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

IT skills

Driving licence

Job description

You will play a key role in supporting and delivering high-quality coaching and development for male and female student-athletes aged 16-19, while also contributing to the expansion and sustainability of the USP Storm Rugby Academy programme.

Main Purpose of the Role:

To support the delivery and growth of the USP Storm Rugby Academy, coaching and developing players across USP College and within the wider community. You'll play a key role in building pathways for both male and female players, strengthening links with local clubs and organisations, and ensuring the Rugby Academy continues to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality coaching sessions for the USP Storm Rugby Academy.
• Grow and sustain participation across male and female rugby programmes.
• Support player pathways through appropriate competition structures, clubs, and coach development.
• Assist in building partnerships with local clubs, schools, and national organisations.
• Help to plan and deliver holiday football camps, community programmes, and tours.
• Promote inclusion, encouraging participation among women, girls, disability groups, and under-represented communities.
• Analyse team, league, and participation data to identify opportunities for growth.
• Assist in managing facilities and ensuring high standards of delivery.

Contribute to the organisation of leagues and competitions within education., Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.

You’ll be an enthusiastic and dedicated Rugby Coach with a passion for developing young people both on and off the pitch. You’ll combine technical coaching ability with excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills. A flexible and positive approach is essential, along with a commitment to inclusion and continuous professional development.

The Right Candidate:

Essential:

• Minimum Rugby Level 1 Coaching Qualification
• Experience coaching 16-19-year-olds within a Rugby Academy/college environment.
• Strong understanding of rugby development and player pathways.
• Ability to work with partner organisations to deliver rugby development objectives.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and flexible approach with a genuine passion for youth development.
• Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office).
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Degree in a relevant subject (2:2 or above).
• High-level coaching or playing experience.
• Knowledge of rugby structures nationally and locally.
• Experience working in an educational setting.
• Project management skills.