Eton College – Rowing Coach
Eton College are looking for an inspiring and committed coach who can instill a love of the sport in a fun and engaging way. As a Rowing Coach, your main task will be to coach various crews of Eton College Boat Club (ECBC). This will mainly be at the Eton College Rowing Centre at Dorney Lake but may also be on the River Thames from Andrew’s, Rafts or Masters’ boathouses.
The aim of the programme is to give young people the opportunity to row and look to improve their confidence through sport. Willingness to work in a team and share good practice and ideas is essential, as is, an open and approachable personality.
Eton College offers an outstanding working environment amidst beautiful surroundings and prides itself on a warm and friendly community, where staff are valued.
Working Pattern
This is a fixed-term position due to start in April 2024 and will end in June 2024. As a member of casual staff, requirements for your services will depend on a varying level of demand. The hourly rate of pay will be £16.44 per hour and in addition you will be paid in respect of 5.6 weeks per annum of holiday pay.
Whilst we are unable to guarantee your working hours, it is envisaged that there will be approximately 19 hours of work per week during Eton College Summer Term.
Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Coaching beginners to attain basic watermanship so that they are competent and comfortable in a single scull;
- Be able to support and advise any questions that may be asked on Rowing to help their progression;
- To encourage the development of the students Rowing skills;
- Keeping records of individual students progress on the F Block Rowing program;
- To register who is present at each session, making sure to keep an accurate record;
- Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
- All positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’ as per the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidance, therefore a good understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential;
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including but not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
- Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following:
- Have a strong understanding of issues of safety on the water, and an ability to instil the importance of this in young people;
- Have the ability to enthuse and encourage those they coach;
- Have the ability to build good individual relationships;
- Showcase a passion and enjoyment to work with young people;
- Be reliable and punctual.
In addition to your experience, whilst not essential, the following would be highly desirable:
- A British Rowing L2 Club Coach / Session Coach qualification (or equivalent);
- A RYA Powerboat Level 2;
- Valid First Aid Certificate;
- Member of British Rowing;
- Experience coaching juniors;
- Experience working in a team/member of a club.
Benefits
Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including a generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.
About the College
We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.
DISCLOSURE CHECKS
Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.
For further details and to apply, visit: https://jobsearch.etoncollege.com/jobs/job/Rowing-Coach/972
Salary: £16.44 per hour
Type: 19 hours per week
Application Dates: From Wednesday 17th January 2024 to Tuesday 30th January 2024
