JOB TITLE: U18s Lead Academy Coach
DEPARTMENT: Academy
REPORTING INTO: Academy Manager and Junior Academy Manager
HOURS OF WORK: Full time including weekends if required
BASED: On-site at Carrington training ground
WHO WE ARE: We are Sale Sharks: A team. A community. A family, woven together by the Fabric of the North.
Born in Manchester and proud of our roots, Sale Sharks is the only Premiership Rugby Union team in the North-West, playing top-flight rugby in the Gallagher Premiership and European Champions Cup, with an emerging Women’s team competing in Premiership Women’s Rugby.
With Northern charm in our blood and Shark pride in our hearts, our mission is to be the most impactful rugby club on the planet, on and off the pitch.
Inclusive and caring in everything we do. We’re not afraid to take risks, trying something new in search of better and facing up to the toughest with courage and pride. We use our position as the best team in the North to make a real difference, whether that’s through grassroots sports or community initiatives.
We play with integrity on and off the pitch and we are seeking someone who shares our values of Togetherness, Fearlessness, Passion, Pride and Humility.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Sale Sharks are looking to appoint a Lead Coach for our U18 Academy squad and to assist with the U17 academy programmes as well as EAP registered players. The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working with developing players and have a specialism coaching Backs. Alongside working with the 1st XV Academy team at Carrington, the successful candidate will spend their time with our college affiliate ACE programmes and supporting other Academy players through the schools network.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Planning, delivery and assessment of all U18 & 17 Junior Academy player pathways and programmes.
· Assist in delivery of U16 programme throughout the year.
· Lead, implement & review Individual Development Plans for all players throughout the Development phase of the Academy and liaise with all relevant stakeholders.
· Observe and track the progress of Sale Sharks developing England Academy Players whilst working in partnership with England academy coaches to develop them for national teams.
· Carry out pre, mid and post season reviews with players in association with Academy Manager, and other associated Staff.
· Provide specialist coaching support as appropriate across all academy programmes.
· Support and help deliver weekly on the ACE Rugby programme in conjunction with staff at the relevant colleges.
· Maintain, support and develop relationships with Sharks Academy’s partner schools.
· Assist with the identification and recruitment of players from within the Sale Sharks region.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
· To work unsociable hours to include bank holidays, early mornings, evenings and weekends if required.
· To undertake any other duties as requested by management that is commensurate with the job title.
This job description is current at the date shown but in consultation with the post holder is liable to variation to reflect or anticipate change in or to the job outlined. This post is subject to disclosure procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Essential Criteria:
· RFU Level 3 or above coaching certificate.
· 2-3 years experience
· Current RFU DBS Holder
· Valid Full UK Driving Licence.
· Ability to build strong relationships
Desirable Criteria:
· RFU Level 4 coaching certificate
· Experience in developing players in an academy or school setting.
BENEFITS
· Access to on-site gym
· Subsidised meals during season
· Free parking on site
· Free match tickets to all Sale Sharks home fixtures
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please send a CV and cover letter outlining why you are suitable for this role to jenny.outhwaite@salesharks.com by 16th March.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to having an inclusive culture that respects diversity and equity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons
