Rugby Development Coach: Youth Pathways & Academy Growth

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

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.