Hamilton Bulls Rugby Club is aiming to recruit an enthusiastic and creative Head Coach to lead senior mens’ rugby for the 2022/23 season. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious coach who wants to play a key role in taking Hamilton Bulls to the top of National 2 and beyond.

The Head Coach will have a track record of coaching successful teams and an understanding of how to get the best of players and other coaching staff. They must be someone who can lead a positive culture and inspire others around them. The Head Coach will be given scope to build their own coaching team.

To apply for this position please send the following to: secretary@hamiltonrugbyclub.co.uk

A covering letter stating the position you are applying for
A document outlining why you think you would be suitable for the role and a full Rugby CV documenting any rugby experiences you feel relevant.

The closing date for applications is 7 June 2022. For an informal chat about the role and our ambitions for the club please email Jack Ryan to arrange a call: president@hamiltonrugbyclub.co.uk

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

To lead the coaching team responsible for the senior squad & U18’s
Plan the coaching programme for the season.
Plan, prepare and deliver individual coaching sessions for the Club’s senior squads
Ensure that all sessions are designed to develop the skills and understanding of the players in your squad.
Evaluate all coaching sessions and games with the coaching team and players.
Attend all coaching sessions, matches involved with the Clubs senior squad.
Mentor and advise assistant coaches and players where appropriate.
Provide feedback to coaches, players and Hamilton Bulls committee

Qualifications, Skills and Qualities Required

UKCC Level 2 minimum, UKCC Level 3 preferable (or working towards)
Commitment and Enthusiasm - This position will require a time commitment involving evenings and weekends
Rugby Knowledge - It is expected that the Coach will have the required level of knowledge to enable the players to achieve their potential
Planning - The Head Coach is directly responsible for planning the coaching programme for the season and will be asked to prepare individual sessions.
Leadership - The Head Coach sets an example and standards for the coaching team and squad. As such he/she will need to be able to inspire the coaching team and players to ensure that all involved reach their potential. He/she may need to make difficult decisions about selection of players, standards of coaching etc.
Delegation - The Head Coach needs to be able to delegate agreed responsibilities to the assistant coaches to ensure that they feel valued and their expertise is used effectively.
Team Work - The Head Coach needs to be able to work effectively with the players, coaches, manager and the main club
Punctuality - The Head Coach sets the standards for the coaches, manager and squad.
The Head Coach should have a sound understanding of the SRU performance pathway for players.