Community Coach

Forrester RFC in Edinburgh has an opportunity for a Community Coach to work with the club and surrounding area, helping to promote and develop primary and secondary school rugby.

You will deliver rugby sessions and festivals in schools and champion coaching and playing standards in the club’s mini sections, working alongside Active Schools and other local authority staff.

• Lead and assist in delivering rugby to clubs and schools within the club’s target area
• Work alongside Active Schools and local authority staff to deliver high-quality rugby sessions and festivals in primary schools
• Champion coaching and playing standards within the Forrester RFC mini sections
• Plan and deliver school rugby sessions and after-school clubs with Forrester High School and another targeted secondary school
• Assist with secondary school midweek and weekend fixtures

• Previous coaching experience (some training and CPD will be provided)
• Appropriate coaching or referee qualifications, or willingness to obtain them (minimum Coaching Essentials or equivalent)
• Valid driving licence
• Appropriate Disclosure Scotland PVG (essential)
• Exemplary time keeping and organisational skills
• Able to communicate effectively with coaches, players, volunteers, admin and other stakeholders
• Flexible approach to working hours, with some evening work required

• Location:
  
  Forrester RFC, Edinburgh
• Contract:
  
  contract of services, October 2026 to May 2027
• Closing date:
  Thursday 29 October 2026