Running Coach

We Run Ltd.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading running coaching company in Cardiff is seeking passionate running coaches for a part-time role. Ideal candidates will have a running-specific qualification and experience in 1:1 coaching. This is a flexible position allowing you to choose your schedule and client load. Offers include excellent hourly pay and quick payments post-session. Join us to help spread the benefits of running coaching.

Benefits

Excellent hourly pay

Quick payments after sessions

Flexible scheduling

Media opportunities

Self-employment tax benefits

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant qualification, including at least one running-specific qualification.
• Experience coaching running on a 1:1 basis.
• Demonstrable passion for running.

Responsibilities

• Coach clients in running techniques and strategies.
• Motivate and support clients during running sessions.
• Adapt coaching styles to meet individual client needs.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Motivational skills

Flexible scheduling

Technical running knowledge

Education

Running-specific qualification (e.g., Athletics Coach)

Job description

Organisation: We Run Ltd.

Salary: £25-45/hour

Location: Cardiff

Contract type: Part time

Closing date: 18 January 2026

We Run is the UK's #1 Running Coaching company, having coached thousands of recreational runners since 2014.

Successful applicants will:

• Hold a relevant qualification, including at least one running-specific qualification (Athletics Coach, Coach in Running Fitness or equivalent) and relevant insurance (insurance is included in most UKA qualifications)
• Be a keen, passionate runner. We're not necessarily looking for Olympians, but a demonstrable passion for running is essential
• Have experience coaching running on a 1:1 basis
• Be flexible, reliable and, of course, awesome motivators
• Buy into our mission to spread the benefits of running coaching to all runners
• Be comfortable coaching the technical elements of running, including posture, foot strike, hip position, arms, cadence, speedwork, training schedules, warming up and cooling down and strength and conditioning
• Be friendly, generous, personable team-players

In return we offer:

• Excellent pay, with a generous hourly-rate
• Quick payments after session delivery
• Flexible working to fit around your existing commitments and lifestyle. You choose how many clients you work with, and on what schedule
• Access to We Run's partner projects (previous partners include Race for Life)
• Opportunities to appear in the media (we've been featured in The Guardian, Men's Running Magazine, Women's Running Magazine, Coach Magazine, Shortlist Magazine and Runner's Radar, to name a few)
• You remain self-employed and protect all your tax benefits

Interested? Complete the short form on our website and we'll email you over all the relevant details.