Tyne Amateur Rowing Club – Tyne Youth Rowing Part-time Coach

Tyne ARC is looking for part-time coaches to join our new Tyne Youth Rowing (TYR) team.

TYR is a new sporting initiative looking to enable young people from local schools, in receipt of pupil premium funding, to participate in the world of rowing.

The TYR programme, starting in September 2023, will be (approx.) 35-weeks and will be based at Tyne ARC. We have capacity to work with up to x4 schools, with each school completing x1 half-day session per week. There will be maximum 10 participants per school group, with a member of school staff present at all sessions. We are looking for 2 part-time coaches to lead each session. A coaching programme (incl. indoor and water sessions) will be provided in advance of sessions.

As a collaborative team sport, we want to help participants develop key life skills, including communication, problem-solving, time management and most importantly self-confidence. At TYR we are keen for rowing to be accessible to all, regardless of gender, sexuality, background, ability or location.

Our programme is supported by Henley Royal Regatta Charitable Trust and will be run in collaboration with Northumbria University, who will be working to monitor the programme.

We are looking for passionate coaches who can work positively with young people, who may likely have no experience or knowledge of rowing. You will need to be enthusiastic for the ambitions of the programme and have empathy with the students who are taking part.

ROLE SUMMARY

Job Title: Tyne Youth Rowing Coach (Part-time)
Responsible to: Tyne Youth Rowing Management Group
Contract: Part-time (35 weeks, max. 8 hours per week)

Purpose: To coach TYR participants (5:1 participant to coach ratio) and
deliver a planned programme during weekly sessions at Tyne ARC. The post holder will work under the guidance of the Tyne Youth Rowing management group.

Standard week: 8hrs (maximum) of coaching a week divided into four 2 -hour sessions. Session timings may vary dependent on schools’ timetable constraints.

Salary: £13 – 15 per hr (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2023
Location: Tyne Amateur Rowing Club, Water Row, Newburn, Newcastle upon Tyne NE15 8NL

RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS:

1. Deliver the coaching programme provided.
2. Ensure the safety and welfare of participants, liaise with the TYR management team and school leads where required.
3. Provide regular reports/updates to the TYR management team regarding project progression.
4. Liaise with the Vice-Captain of Boats to uphold the safety requirements of equipment and assets.
5. Liaise with the Vice-Captain of Boats to ensure all boats and equipment are maintained and fit for purpose for every outing.
6. Liaise with Tyne ARC’s Safety Officer and Welfare Officer where required.
7. Attend regular meetings with TYR management and Tyne ARC staff/volunteers where required.
8. Collaborate with Northumbria University staff where applicable.
9. Work proactively and encouragingly with all TYR participants.
10. Promote a positive, inclusive, supportive and welcoming environment at TYR.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND CANDIDATE CHARACTERISTICS:

ESSENTIAL

Qualifications

• First Aid (with practical CPR)
  RYA Powerboat Handling Level 2
  British Rowing Level 2 Coaching
  Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People
  Enhanced DBS check

Rowing

• Rowing and sculling experience

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  Active listening skills
• Exceptional leadership skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively
• IT literate (incl. Word, GoogleSheets, Excel, email)

Qualities

• Effective communicator
• Professional manner
• Organised
• Pro-active
• Good problem solve
• Team player
• Flexible
• Able to perform under pressure

DESIRABLE

Qualifications

• A clean, valid UK driving licence

Rowing

• 3+ years’ experience coaching experience coaching rowing juniors and/or working with young people

Skills

• Experience using Microsoft SharePoint
• Experience working alongside a variety of ages

Qualities

• Enthusiastic and engaging
• Patient and empathetic

*Enhanced DBS check will be initiated by Tyne ARC Welfare Officer during the appointment process.

Additional Information:

• The purpose of this job description is to indicate the general level of duties and responsibility of the role. Detailed duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character or level of responsibility entailed.
• TYR is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
• TYR management will conduct an introductory meeting prior to the programme starting.
• We expect applicants to be available for this meeting and will work with successful applicants to organise a suitable date and time.
• A coaching programme will be provided to successful applicants in advance of sessions. If successful applicants wish to discuss or contribute to this programme, we would be happy to discuss this further on appointment.
• Maximum of 8hrs coaching available per week. Exact number of hours to be confirmed at a later date.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 25/08/2023

To discuss the role further, please get in touch with TYR at [email protected].
To apply please send your CV and references to [email protected]

Application Dates: From Friday 11th August 2023 to Friday 25th August 2023