Position Overview & Specifications

Job Description

· Assist in the leading of pitch training twice a week

· Collaborate with other the coaches and physiotherapist to ensure that all training is consistent and beneficial to all players in the club

· Aid the head coach in game day planning

· Work with other coaches to ensure a consistent training programme is delivered across the club

Personal Specifications

Essential:

· UKCC Level 1 (or equivalent qualification)

Desirable:

· Previous experience in coaching of female athletes

· UKCC Level 2 (or equivalent qualification)

Expectations

We are a vibrant and growing club, with a focus on developing as a performance sport within Scottish and student rugby. Looking forward to the upcoming season, we are looking for a self-driven and committed individual to work flexibly with our Head, Assistant Development, and Strength & Conditioning Coaches to support the delivery of a consistent training programme for players within our club. Our new assistant coach will be integral to the success of our team during the upcoming season, and for the successful continuation of our 2nd XV development team within the upcoming season.

During the main university season starting September 2023, we train 4 times a week, with 2 gym sessions (Monday morning and Friday afternoons) and 2 outdoor sessions (Monday and Friday), with Wednesday as our main game day. We have some scheduled Sunday games, these mostly being reserved for our 2ndXV. As an assistant coach you would be expected to attend both outdoor sessions. Our season runs from September 2023 – May 2024.

Applications in the form of a CV and a 500 word cover letter to be sent to:

· president-womensrugby@gusa.gla.ac.uk

· or captain-womensrugby@gusa.gla.ac.uk

Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 3-5 per week

Salary: £14.00 per hour

Schedule: