Job Description
MMU Sport are currently looking to recruit a passionate, experienced and inspiring level 2 or above qualified Rugby League Coach to work in partnership with them to develop the Rugby League 2nd team and maximise their success in BUCS competition. The successful candidate will create a positive, responsive and productive relationship with the club and MMU Sport and support the development of the club in training and competition.
Training sessions take place on a Monday evening from 6-7.30pm at Crewe Vagrants Sports Club, CW5 7EP. Competitive fixtures take place on Wednesday afternoons and home games will take place at the same venue. The role is for a maximum of 5 hours per week and the successful coach will be expected to be registered/register as Self Employed and hold their own coaching Insurance policy.
Main Duties of Coaching role:
*Responsible for general coaching practices including session planning, delivery and evaluation procedures
*Regularly communicate with MMU Sport staff to provide feedback on performance and club development, attend termly meetings and compile regular reports on aims and objectives
* Attend BUCS matches to coach and advise individuals and squads, displaying tactical awareness to gain the best possible performance
* Responsibility and accountability for team selection, in partnership with the committee and determine methods of selection and providing feedback to those not selected
* Regularly review club performance and progress
* Assist the club committee members to complete club development planning and work towards their aims and objectives
* Support the development of student leadership skills, particularly with club committee members
* Make sure all sessions comply with Health and Safety standards & maintain high standards with regards to Equality and Diversity
* Demonstrate understanding of the aims and objectives of MMU Sport and to work in partnership to help to achieve these
How to apply
To apply for these positions, please submit a current CV and Covering Letter by email outlining the following:
* Coaching Experience
* Why you are interested in this role
* Availability to Coach on Monday evenings and Wednesday afternoons.
The deadline to apply for this position is Thursday 16th June at 5pm. Please submit applications to sport@mmu.ac.uk and use the subject: rugby league coach application.
For further information please contact Sarah Hadlow, Sports Coaching Officer on 0161 247 6543 or s.hadlow@mmu.ac.uk or Jerome Read, Performance Sport Manager on 0161 247 6546 orjerome.read@mmu.ac.uk