Rugby Coach

Location: Southport Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 1LN

Start date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-time, annualised contract

Hours: 33.6 hours per week

Salary: £13.75 per hour

A term-time-only arrangement will also be considered.

For candidates interested in pursuing a career in teaching, there may be an opportunity to undertake a funded Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) teacher-training pathway.

Scarisbrick Hall School is an independent school committed to providing an exceptional education that inspires creativity, develops character and promotes academic excellence.

As part of our continued investment in sport, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and ambitious Rugby Coach to join our thriving PE and Sport Department.

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated and highly organised rugby coach to support the delivery and continued development of rugby across the school.

Working closely with the Head of Rugby and the wider coaching team, the successful candidate will help plan and deliver high-quality coaching sessions, support the school’s extensive training and fixture programme, and create positive rugby experiences for pupils across a wide range of ages and abilities.

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, challenging and age-appropriate rugby sessions.
• Support the continued development of rugby across all year groups.
• Assist with after-school training sessions, midweek and Saturday fixtures, and wider school sporting events.
• Support the development of pupils across a broad range of experience and ability levels.
• Communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues and parents to maintain high standards of organisation and teamwork.
• Promote positive relationships, respect and inclusivity in all aspects of school life.
• Contribute positively to a supportive and ambitious PE and Sport Department.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational ability and a proactive approach.
• A genuine passion for rugby and player development.
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively as part of a coaching team.
• A commitment to upholding the school’s River Learning values.
• A positive and professional approach to working with young people.

Applicants must:

• Hold a minimum RFU or World Rugby Level 2 coaching qualification, or be actively working towards one.
• Have a strong understanding of coaching principles appropriate for school-aged pupils.
• Be available to support after-school training sessions, fixtures and Saturday rugby commitments when required.
• Be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check and comply fully with the school’s safeguarding requirements.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as applications are received. Early applications are strongly encouraged, and the school reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable appointment is made.