Blues Community | Sports Coaches Required

Posted: 17th May 2021
 

Blues Community are looking for motivated individuals to join the growing community team and play a key role in the next stage of our development as we look to widen our delivery across Bedfordshire.

Coaches will deliver on our programmes within the community; this will include school projects, club initiatives, rugby camps, charity outreach programmes and various other casual coaching opportunities as required. This may occasionally include sports other than rugby, so a wide array of sporting knowledge would be preferable.

Reporting to the Head of Community, Adam King, these opportunities offer great flexibility with a variety of part-time or occasional sessions available. 

Blues Community is committed to upskilling all staff and will help support personal coaching development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• High quality coaching delivery with a variety of ages.
• Work alongside our coaching staff and support network on our programmes.
• Promote Bedford Blues at events, match days and schools.
• Identify new revenue streams and help with new programme creations.
• Deliver on Bedford Blues Rugby Camps, match days and school programmes.
• Understand our safeguarding policies and the correct communications procedure.
• Undertake a professional approach to the planning, preparation and execution of coaching and training sessions.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Valid UK driving licence
• Passion for sport and the development of inclusivity
• Experience of working with children and large groups
• NGB Coaching qualifications (other sports)
• Valid safeguarding certificate

DESIRABLE:

• Valid DBS certificate
• First Aid qualified
• ERCA or Level 2 Coaching in Rugby Union
• Knowledge of the local rugby landscape is preferable

Hourly rate / salary will be competitive and based on experience.

Please email your CV and a covering letter to Adam King at community@bedfordrugby.co.uk to apply for these positions.