Rowing Coach

Are you a passionate Rowing Coach or experienced rower looking to inspire students and support a thriving school rowing program? – February 2025 start.

Rowing Coach & Assistant Equipment Manager
Maidenhead, SL6 6AW

• Full time, 35 hours per week
• Permanent, all year round
• Competitive salary dependent on experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Claires Court is a dynamic educational institution offering an inspiring curriculum and a supportive environment. Our "Claires Court Essentials" philosophy, combined with our key values, equips students with the tools they need to thrive in today’s fast-paced world. Our diamond structure ensures boys and girls learn in settings tailored to their academic and social needs, creating confident, self-assured individuals ready to succeed.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Rowing Coach & Assistant Equipment Manager to join our talented team in February 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engaging rowing sessions tailored to various skill levels, from beginner to national racing standards.
• Collaborate with the Heads of Rowing to design a robust coaching strategy.
• Organise and manage student training programs, camps, and regattas.
• Maintain detailed records of student progress and contribute to academic reporting.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of rowing equipment, supporting the Equipment Manager.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, safeguarding all participants.

Benefits:

At Claires Court, we value our staff and offer:

• A supportive working environment within a successful rowing department.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to shape young athletes' futures and contribute to their personal growth.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a coach or experienced rower committed to creating a positive, challenging, and developmental environment for our students. About you:

• Experience as a rowing coach or competitive rower.
• Ability to design effective training programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Flexibility to work outside regular hours, including evenings and weekends.
• A commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

Apply today to join a school that values excellence, collaboration, and the holistic development of its students.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Closing Date: 8am Monday 13th January 2025

Equal Opportunities

It is the policy of Claires Court Schools to ensure equality of opportunity for all members of staff, both teaching and non-teaching.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to an assessment of their ability to perform the duties of the post applied for, candidates invited to attend for interview should expect further discussion relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Pre-Employment Checks

In accordance with our Recruitment of Ex-offenders Policy, you are advised that all posts within the School will have the opportunity for unsupervised contact with children and therefore all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration form to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013).  This is regardless of whether any such convictions, caution, reprimand or final warning is considered ‘spent’ or ‘unspent’. 

The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are “protected” and not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account.  Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website.  Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us: this will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offence(s).

Other suitable skills and experience include Sports Coach, Rowing Development Officer, Fitness Coach, PE Teacher, Equipment Manager, Boat Club Coordinator, Athletic Trainer, Junior Team Coach, Rowing Instructor, or Youth Sports Coordinator.