Hereford Cathedral School – Rowing Gap
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Rowing GAP to support all aspects of Hereford Cathedral School Boat Club.
The successful candidate will have rowing experience, and must be available to work 25 hours per week, including weekends. You will be required to work alongside and support the Head of Rowing, in preparation of individual crews.
The individual will be highly motivated and fully prepared to undertake the demands of working in one of the UK’s leading independent co-educational day and boarding schools.
OVERVIEW
One of the key factors which has enabled our success over the previous years has been the focus on developing a world-class culture and environment. We continue to work towards an ethos and environment which enables high-level performance.
We are looking to bring in a GAP who is keen to help and We welcome ideas that challenge the status quo, and have the aim to provide the highest quality rowing experience across all levels.
Reporting Lines
The post holder reports to the Head of Rowing
Job Purpose
- To support the Head of Rowing with the coaching and preparation of individual crews and assist with other crew training
- To support the Head of Rowing with the day-to-day running of the Boat Club such as helping to develop the ethos, culture, and values of HCSBC which have been so important to our success
Responsibilities
- Act as a driving force to further develop Hereford Cathedral School Boat Club to help reach its fullest potential
- Encorage recruitment of novice juniors through positive activities within the School enjoyment and development
- Helping with work duties including registering athletes, assisting in race entries, rigging, and setting up boats, attending training weekends and assisting with swim tests
- Support for crews during regattas and races
- Set up and adjust equipment which athletes will be using outside of session times
- A requirement to work Saturdays during the academic year as well as attending race days on Saturdays and Sundays
- Attend training camps during half terms and the Easter break.
How to Apply
An application form and information pack may be downloaded from the school website.
Completed applications should be accompanied by a covering letter and sent to Mrs Cath Knowles, Hereford Cathedral School, Old Deanery, The Cathedral Close, Hereford HR1 2NG or to [email protected]
The closing date for applications is 9am on Thursday, 27 March 2025
The School retains the right to interview suitable applicants and appoint before the deadline
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references and other safer recruitment checks. Further information on the School’s safeguarding can be found on the school website.
Hereford Cathedral School is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Salary: Competitive
Type: 25 hours a week
Application Dates: From Monday 17th March 2025 to Thursday 27th March 2025
