J15 Year Group Lead Coach – Junior Squad, Marlow Rowing Club
Marlow Rowing Club’s Junior Squad is looking for an inspirational coach to help us continue their journey to be the best junior squad in the UK.
About You
You have been in at least one strong squad system and have achieved at the highest level. As a consequence, you are credible as a coach at Championship level and know what it takes to win at club and National events. You have developed a deep understanding of how to support and develop junior athletes to reach their potential.
You are inclusive, know how to develop the talent pipeline, foster a ‘whole squad’ ethos and you have proven experience of encouraging athletes to be as good as they can be.
In addition to the above you will hold the following, or be prepared to work towards achieving:
- British Rowing coaching qualification, minimum Level Two, or be prepared to work towards achieving L2 (or the equivalent available from September on)
- Powerboat RYA 2 or equivalent
- UK Anti-doping accredited advisors course
- BR – Safeguarding and Protecting Children
(Applications without some of these are acceptable provided you are willing to gain these in an agreed timescale)
Applicants must be able to provide evidence of having the right to live and work in the UK and be prepared to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
About the Job
The role covers our J15 year group as the lead coach . The group is large and growing and has some strong ambitions for the coming season. This group trains after school on weekdays and both days at the weekend and has a Summer and Winter schedule.
The post holder will have the leadership skills to manage a large group of athletes and will:
- Develop and deliver a training program, tailored to support athlete development and progression.
- Be responsible for adhering to and educating in clean sport and anti-doping rules
- Coach land and water-based training sessions.
- Rig and maintain the fleet and be involved in the organisation of the boathouse.
- Work with the Head Junior Coach s well as the Club Captain our professional club coaches and the team of volunteer junior coaches to build a cross-club approach and enable every coach to excel in their role.
- Work alongside effectively and communicate well with other squad coaches and leads.
- Work alongside effectively and communicate well with our junior squad support team
- Be part of the team that delivers Junior Learn to Row and the junior pathways.
- Promote junior rowing in local non-rowing Schools and educational establishments.
- Communicate well with the athletes, parents and guardians.
How to Apply
Please head to the website https://www.marlowrowingclub.org.uk for more details and application instructions.
Salary: Dependent on experience
Type: Part time contract based on 27 hours per week.
Application Dates: From Monday 27th July 2026 to Thursday 27th August 2026