Rugby Union Men Club Coach
Posted 11 hours 36 minutes ago by British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS)
Closing date: 27 August 2026
Location: Chester
Region: North West
Employment type: Part Time
Salary: 2100
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a committed student club, helping players develop their technical, tactical and personal skills within a supportive and competitive university sporting environment. Working alongside club captains, committee members and the Sport Development Team, you will play a key role in shaping the club's success both on and off the pitch.
About the Role- Lead and deliver structured, inclusive coaching sessions for players of all abilities.
- Support player development and team performance throughout the season.
- Work collaboratively with club captains and committee members to achieve club objectives.
- Act as a positive role model and ambassador for sportCHESTER.
- Maintain regular communication with the Sport Development Team.
- Adhere to the sportCHESTER Coaches' Code of Conduct and University policies.
- Complete a DBS check and University safeguarding training prior to commencing the role.
- An England Rugby Coaching Award (ERCA) or Level 2 equivalent coaching qualification.
- A Safeguarding and Protecting Children in Sport certificate.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of Rugby Union coaching and player development.
- Experience of working with young adults.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong motivational and leadership abilities.
- The ability to plan and deliver engaging coaching sessions that meet participant needs.
- The ability to work independently and effectively.
- First Aid qualification.
- Experience of playing or competing in Rugby Union at club level or above.
Sport & Active Lifestyle is responsible for delivering a diverse programme of sport, physical activity and wellbeing initiatives across the University of Chester. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on the student experience while contributing to the continued growth and success of university sport.
DescriptionThis is an exciting opportunity to work with a committed student club, helping players develop their technical, tactical and personal skills within a supportive and competitive university sporting environment. Working alongside club captains, committee members and the Sport Development Team, you will play a key role in shaping the club's success both on and off the pitch.
About the Role- Lead and deliver structured, inclusive coaching sessions for players of all abilities.
- Support player development and team performance throughout the season.
- Work collaboratively with club captains and committee members to achieve club objectives.
- Act as a positive role model and ambassador for sportCHESTER.
- Maintain regular communication with the Sport Development Team.
- Adhere to the sportCHESTER Coaches' Code of Conduct and University policies.
- Complete a DBS check and University safeguarding training prior to commencing the role.
- An England Rugby Coaching Award (ERCA) or Level 2 equivalent coaching qualification.
- A Safeguarding and Protecting Children in Sport certificate.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of Rugby Union coaching and player development.
- Experience of working with young adults.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong motivational and leadership abilities.
- The ability to plan and deliver engaging coaching sessions that meet participant needs.
- The ability to work independently and effectively.
- First Aid qualification.
- Experience of playing or competing in Rugby Union at club level or above.
Sport & Active Lifestyle is responsible for delivering a diverse programme of sport, physical activity and wellbeing initiatives across the University of Chester. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on the student experience while contributing to the continued growth and success of university sport.
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