Oundle School – Rowing Coach

Oundle and Laxton Junior Schools have long been associated with the very best of modern independent education, especially boarding. The Schools take seriously their responsibility to pupils so that they can emerge as decent, open-minded adults; ambitious about what they can go on to achieve and contribute. Over 1400 pupils are on roll at the School, of whom 840 are full boarders. Academic results are steadfastly excellent.

A team of around 800 staff, both academic and support, ensure an education of the highest standard is in place across the Schools with the efforts of the whole team focused on this fundamental aim.

We are seeking an experienced Rowing Coach to work, on a casual basis, within the sports department, to provide a high calibre of coaching sessions to our pupils

The Role 

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning engaging and meaningful training sessions, that demonstrate appropriate technique, by using a range of learning styles to encourage learning as well as remaining age and ability appropriate. It is important the right person uses a multitude of approaches to ensure equal opportunities for all pupils. The Coach will enable the pupil’s performance in training and matches through group coaching and where appropriate 1:1 advice. If you were to be successful, you would need to commit to being an exemplary role model to our pupils by maintaining a high level of professional conduct and personal presentation. It is important that the person cooperates with the School on any health and safety matters and responds to any pupil injury or illness in line with school policies. In addition to the above, there will be an element of administration which includes uploading timesheets and liaising with the group/ squad about training plans. For a full outline of the role’s responsibilities, please see the job description.

In order to be successful in this role you will need to have good written and verbal communication skills in order to support a wide range of participants with differing skills and abilities. It is important that you are able to work using your own initiative as well as working as part of a team. You will need to have experience of working with and teaching children and be able to demonstrate sound numeracy and literacy skills. It is essential that you possess a relevant coaching qualification.

The role is to work 9 hours per week, on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday afternoons, for 33 weeks (term time) at a rate of £29.80 per hour.

To Apply 

If you are excited by this opportunity, please visit  our vacancies page here for more information, and complete an application form and supplement to the application before the closing date. Please note CV submissions cannot be accepted.

Application closing date: 04 September 2023

Interview date: 07 September 2023

 

Application Dates: From Tuesday 22nd August 2023 to Monday 4th September 2023