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Job Opportunity: Ladies head coach

Job Opportunity: Ladies head coach

Sarah Edwards22 Mar 2018 - 13:39
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https://www.teddingtonrfc.co.u

Teddington are looking for a passionate, experienced and inspiring Head Coach to lead its women’s section in the 2017/2018 season.

The successful applicant will instil a high quality and enjoyable culture within the section and set clear goals that will contribute to the growth and development of players.

We are looking for a coach who can balance coaching a large group of adult women players with differing levels of ability and be able to motivate them in a positive way throughout the season. We want a coach who will take the time to get to know what makes the players tick and demonstrate their own commitment and desire for success.

About the club:
Teddington ladies have recently celebrated their 30th anniversary year and have much to shout about. With the 1st XV competing in Championship South West 2, the ladies have spend the past year building their squad depth and have high ambitions in the season ahead.

Working closely with St Mary’s University, Teddington also have a second team who play in a development league, the perfect way to introduce players to rugby and help them to build their way into the first team.

Our squad includes a core of some very talented players with strong experience, alongside youngsters taking their first steps into senior rugby and increasing number of adult returners to the game. Training is twice a week currently. The Head Coach will work closely with the Team Captains and Team Managers and will work with assistant coaches to design and deliver training sessions.

They will be in regular communication with the women’s Director of Rugby and Chairperson.

Desired Attributes

Applicants for this role should ideally have the following attributes;

  • Hold, or be working towards, Level 2 Rugby Union Coaching Qualification
  • Playing and coaching experience at a suitable level previously
  • Have excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate at all levels
  • Be hardworking, honest, trustworthy and able to buy into and positively shape the culture and ethos at the club
  • Experience of coaching women

Commitment required
Around 2-6 hours per week

  • Made up of attendance of minimum 1 training sessions per week and a weekend fixture every other weekend
  • The Club will support personal development including coaching qualifications where appropriate
  • The Head Coach will work to develop individual development plans for all players
  • The Head Coach will work with an assistant coach
  • Travel expenses to away games are covered
  • There is payment associated with this role

How to apply
If you’re interested, drop a line with your coaching experience and details to ladies@teddingtonrfc.co.uk

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