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Coaching Opportunities in Dorset & Wilts
DORSET & WILTS
SCHOOLS OF RUGBY (SoR)
VOLUNTEER COACHING STAFF
Dorset & Wilts RFU in association with The Rugby Football Union are looking to appoint rugby coaches to staff the 2007 ‘Schools of Rugby.’
About the Job:
About you:
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Will have a player-centred approach in all contact with players, parents and staff
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Will have empathy with age group players recognising their needs and aspirations
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Will model good practice in coaching process
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Will understand and abide by the principles of LTAD
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Will have in-depth knowledge of rugby techniques and skills and will work within the syllabus of the SoR.
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Will demonstrate a flexible and problem solving approach in their coaching.
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Will have an ability to assess players’ performance
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Will be self-reflective, willing to accept advice and training from RFU, Academy and CB Staff.
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Will be prompt and conscientious
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Will hold a minimum of Level 2 coaching qualification or have the potential to achieve Level 2 within a year of appointment
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Will possess a current and valid enhanced CRB disclosure certificate
It is important that appointed coaches commit to all nine SoR sessions. They will also be expected to attend selection/induction days leading up to the commencement of the SoR in August 2007. SoR coaches will be working to a standardised curriculum established by the RFU and applied consistently at all the SoR’s in England.
These positions are unpaid, but agreed expenses will be paid. As an SoR coach you will have an excellent opportunity to work with the best young players in the country, as well as working alongside other talented coaches in an environment geared towards excellence and achievement. Academy and RFU Staff will offer further training/CPD to all SoR coaches.
Details of the SoR Proposals can be found on the RFU Website
Closing date for applications is 28th February 2007.
Please submit a one page coaching CV and covering letter to: Gary Townsend c/o Hartpury College or by email to garytownsend@rfu.com
For further information or an informal discussion please contact Andy Smith, Chair DW Coach Development Committee by email at Smokey53@googlemail.com; 07702043958; 01380726449
The Criminal Records Bureau enhanced disclosure process applies to this post.
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