Rowing Coach (CC

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Students' Union sports team at the University of Bath. 

We are seeking an experienced and passionate rowing coach to lead the development and delivery of the University of Bath Student Rowing Club’s senior training programme.

About the role

This exciting role involves planning and implementing high-level training plans, building strong relationships with students and fostering partnerships with Minerva Bath Rowing Club and other key stakeholders. 

You will play a pivotal role in athlete development, delivering technical coaching across water and erg sessions, supporting competition preparation, and ensuring a clear pathway for student progression. Connecting to existing programmes such as the Breakthrough Athlete Programme and Performance Development Academy. 

Alongside coaching responsibilities, you will work closely with the Student Rowing Committee to support strategic planning, administration, recruitment, and communication, helping to drive the success of the club and its members.

We are looking for someone who is confident in delivering high-quality coaching, providing technical feedback, and inspiring athletes to achieve their full potential - while helping them develop as well-rounded individuals both on and off the water.

About you

You will

hold a degree in a sports-related subject or equivalent vocational coaching experience at Level 4possess a UKCC Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Rowing as a minimum, with Level 3 being desirable, alongside RYA Level 2 Powerboat Handling and UKAD Coach Clean certification. have experience coaching rowing at a development level within a pathway programme and a strong track record in sport development.have knowledge of BUCS rowing systems and student-specific events is required, as well as an understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion strategies in sport.have knowledge and experience of an integrated model of delivery is advantageous.demonstrate excellent organisational skills, reliability, and the ability to work under pressure while managing multiple priorities. 

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with empathy for student-athlete demands. You should be self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

Further information

A full UK driving licence with trailer towing capability is essential, and safeguarding training is desirable.

This is a part-time role (29.2 hours per week/0.8 fte), working 42 weeks per year for a fixed-term period until March 2029

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jo Dixon, Students' Union Sport Development Manager.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

Free counselling services through Health AssuredCycle to work schemeElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeStaff discount at Team Bath gymStaff discounts on postgraduate tuition feesStaff discount on language coursesGenerous employer contributory pension schemesGenerous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balanceA wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and moreFree entry to the Holburne Museum in BathLocal discounts and moreA family-friendly workplace An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforceRelocation allowance

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Closing Date: 21 Jan 2026

Department: Management, Specialist and Administration

Salary: £31,236 to £37,694 pro rata