University of Nottingham Boat Club – Assistant Rowing Coaches
UoNBC is seeking multiple rowing coaches to support the continued development and performance across all of its squads.
The University of Nottingham boathouse is situated on the banks of the River Trent and provides a centre for training on a wide 9km stretch, and facilities to use ergos as a squad.
Our programme is located within easy reach of the National Water Sports Centre, and a close partnership allows our students extensive access to the 2km buoyed course. Student athletes can also take advantage of the state-of-the-art training facilities at the £40 million David Ross Sports Village, including a 200-station fitness suite, High Performance Zone and Sports Injury Clinic.
Members join a long history of success on the water at BUCS and other national competitions; our alumni include Olympians Chris Bartley, Vicky Meyer-Laker, David Lemon, and Blue Boat rower George McKirdy, and numerous, Henley Royal Regatta winners.
The club is now looking to develop its coaching team to support the squads for the 2025-26 season. We are seeking multiple assistant coaches to support the programme and are interested in any availability to join and help us, whether regular hours or occasional support at sessions over the season.
Water sessions typically take place on Wednesday afternoons and weekend mornings from September through to March, with exception for camps outside of term time. Water session frequency increases in term time from April through to July.
Essential
- A self-motivated, driven approach, eager to contribute to the success of the program and foster a positive training environment.
- A sound technical knowledge of the rowing stroke and the ability to coach this in a clear and understandable manner to athletes with a range of experience levels.
- An understanding of how to coach crews for all types of racing, including all the major domestic competitions.
- The ability to inspire, organise and lead athletes with a range of experience.
Desirable
- Experience competing or coaching at a high-performance level
- A proven track record of developing athletes
- A coaching qualification
- First aid qualification
- Experience in rowing equipment and fleet maintenance or a willingness to learn
- RYA Powerboat level 2 (or equivalent)
- Experience of coaching both sweep rowing and sculling
- British Rowing Coach membership
The club will also look to support new coaches to undertake the British Rowing Assistant Coach Training and other appropriate CPD opportunities.
To apply, send an email to [email protected] outlining your interest in supporting the programme at UoNBC along with a CV with relevant coaching and rowing experience.
For any questions about the roles or to arrange an informal discussion about the opportunities contact [email protected]
Salary: Initially volunteer positions with potential for reasonable expenses incurred if/when competitions are attended.
Type: Flexible, to be agreed on an individual basis in context of the club training programme
Application Dates: From Friday 11th July 2025 to Thursday 7th August 2025
