Job Description: Academy Boys Head Coach

Role:

Academy Boys Head Coach

Overall Purpose:

Sevenoaks Rugby Club is seeking an Academy Boys Head Coach for the 2025-26 rugby season.

The successful applicant will join us during the summer of 2025 to oversee and lead the Academy Boys Programme, which includes training one evening a week and training/matches on Sundays and other times as required to deliver the role.

This role will report directly to Adam Bowman, Director of Rugby and will work closely with the Academy Boys Manager to deliver a cohesive and effective programme.

Context:

The Academy Boys Squad comprises players from U16, U17, and U18 age groups. The objective is to create an environment that is:

•      Enjoyable: Fostering a love for the game, creating an environment which promotes friendships and memories.

•      Professional: Setting high standards for development, behaviour and performance

•      Developmental: Preparing players for adult rugby, university life, and beyond.

•      Successful: Winning County and National competitions while ensuring we provide an equal experience and opportunities to all abilities.

•      Progressive: Producing players who will contribute to the Senior Men’s Squad at Sevenoaks RFC.

Essential Skills, Experience & Responsibilities:

To succeed in this role, the candidate must possess:

Coaching Expertise:

•      Significant hands-on coaching experience with Youth, Academy, or Adult rugby teams.

•      Relevant coaching/teaching qualifications.

•      Extensive rugby knowledge and best-in-class coaching practices.

Leadership and Management:

•      Experience leading and managing people & teams, ensuring consistency in approach and development across all players.

•      Ability to design and deliver structured programme & training sessions tailored to the squad’s needs.

Stakeholder Management:

•      Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including parents, parent coaches, players, local schools, academies.

•      The ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with all parties to ensure alignment and a cohesive program.

Performance and Fitness:

•      Fit enough to lead active and intense sessions on the field.

•      A proven ability to innovate in coaching methods and techniques.

Communication and Motivation:

•      Exceptional planning and organisational skills.

•      First-class communicator who can articulate a rugby vision to players and other stakeholders.

•      Inspires and motivates players while showing empathy for their development journey.

Club Engagement:

•      Contribute and lead on Academy Boys content for the club’s social media platforms and other communication channels.

•      Embrace and uphold the One Club ethos.

Additional Desirable Experience:

•      Current or previous playing experience at a high level is highly advantageous, preferably levels 2-4.

Remuneration:

Competitive monthly retainer available for this position and will be discussed during the interview process.

Confidentiality:

Please rest assured that this recruitment process will be handled with the utmost discretion to respect the confidentiality of all applicants.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact:
 Adam Bowman, Director of Rugby.  Email: coachajbowman@gmail.com

Deadline for Application:

2nd February 2025