We are inviting applicants to support our Under 16’s programme in the role of Assistant Coach, working alongside with the staff already in place.
This position may require international travel and all applicants must hold a full valid passport, driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
Salary: Volunteer
Term: through to end of 2026 programme, to be reviewed after the 2025 programme.
Location: Various sites across North Wales and South Wales
Deadline: Friday 1st November 2024
Benefits
In return for your efforts we offer agreed expenses and benefits which include:
· Free entry to all WRL Games
· Wales Rugby League Training and Leisure Kit
· A chance to create a positive legacy as part of an exciting organisation.
Purpose of the Role
· To assist in the planning, preparation and coaching of players in the representative Wales programme.
Principal Duties and Activities
· To assist in the planning, implementation and review of all training sessions regarding the technical and tactical delivery to the squad and preparation of the team prior to fixtures.
· Remain aware and take responsibility for players’ technical, tactical, physical and mental preparation in conjunction with the relevant Wales Rugby League staff.
· Link with the team manager to ensure the pastoral welfare and individual needs are accounted for.
· To assist in the monitoring and evaluation of individual player performance in conjunction with other coaching team members / Wales Rugby League staff.
· To assist in the provision of feedback in conjunction with other team members / Wales Rugby League staff.
· Undertake such duties, as maybe required from time to time, as are consistent with the post and needs of Wales Rugby League.
Essential experience and specialist knowledge
· The ability to prepare plans of a high standard to ensure effective preparation and participation in an elite competition.
· Excellent communication skills with both players and staff.
· Previous experience of coaching within an elite and / or performance environment.
Desirable knowledge
· Experience of overseas travel with a touring sports squad.
· Knowledge of the South Wales community game and WRL pathway.
· A good working knowledge of IT including ability to work with common Microsoft packages.
· A commitment to being developed as a coach.
Education and training
· A full, valid driving licence.
· Evidence of taking further personal development opportunities.
· Rugby Football League UKCC Level 2 Coach (Working towards and other sports will be considered).
· Up to date DBS.
· Safeguarding and Protecting Children (SPC) course.
How to apply
This is a volunteer position. To apply, please send CV and covering letter to WRL Head of Youth, Paul Berry – paul.berry@walesrugbyleague.co.uk by 5pm, Friday 1st November 2024
If you are an applicant with disability who meets the essential requirements of the job, we will interview you. The Wales Rugby League welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of Age, Sex, Race, Disability, Pregnancy, Marital/ Civil Partnership status, Sexual orientation, Gender reassignment or Religious background.
WRL is committed to equality through diversity and inclusion.
