Kew House School – Assistant Head of Rowing & Girls Development Coach
KHSBC is seeking an aspiring rowing coach to work closely with the Head of Rowing and Head Coach to manage the everyday running of a rapidly growing school program, whilst overseeing the development of girls’ rowing.
This is a full time, salaried role with excellent scope for personal development and progression.
The successful candidate will be highly motivated to build on the accomplishments of the school boat club, with experience of developing young athletes within a school environment alongside the inner workings of running a rowing club.
Specific areas of focus:
• Support the Head of Rowing by managing the everyday running of rowing activity seamlessly within KHS and external partners
• Lead the development of girls rowing to build consistency and depth across all squads from Y9-13
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate will have the following key skills and attributes:
ESSENTIAL
• UKCC Level 2 Rowing Coaching
• RYA Powerboat Licence
• An excellent role model within an aspirational rowing program
• A strong and inspirational leader
• Motivated to work independently as well as closely and collaboratively with others
• Excellent knowledge of long-term development practices for young rowers
• Confidence and knowledge in supporting male and female athletes
• Successful experience of coaching rowing within a co-ed school program
• Outstanding organisation and communication skills
• Ability to impart to others sound knowledge of & strict adherence to Row Safe & Tideway Code
• Understanding and demonstrable record of integrating successful sports’ performance programs into a school’s educational environment
• The potential to assist within the PE Dept. at the discretion of the Director of Sport
• Capable of planning and delivering against identified goals
• A strong team player integrating within the organisation
• Committed to equality and diversity
DESIRABLE
• Tideway Coaching Endorsement
• First Aid skills and knowledge
• Full driving, towing & minibus licence
• UKCC L3 Rowing Coaching
• UKCC L2 Strength & Conditioning
• UKSCA Accreditation in Strength & Conditioning
• Experience of rowing and coaching at high performance level
Application deadline is 9am, Wednesday 17th September
Interviews week commencing 22nd September
Start date 5th January (or earlier, depending on availability of the right candidate)
We strongly encourage early applications and may start interviewing before the closing date.
Salary: ÂŁ36,000
Type: Full Time (40 hours per week)
Application Dates: From Friday 22nd August 2025 to Wednesday 17th September 2025