JOBS: Head Coach - Rainbow Rocket, Cambridge

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RainbowRocket 31 May 2018
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Rainbow Rocket is looking for a Head Coach to manage our coaching programme, lead our junior competition squad and mentor staff on coaching / instruction.

This is an exciting role with a wide scope to build a full coaching programme, including Juniors.

You will work alongside the Centre Manager and Deputy Centre Manager with full responsibility to deliver Rainbow Rocket’s coaching programme.

This is a full-time role, a part-time (2 or 3 days per week) option may be considered for the right candidate. The role includes shifts as Duty Manager at the centre, responsible for the centre on a day-to-day basis.

We plan to launch a Junior Squad which will be selective and aimed at helping dedicated young climbers to progress and to enter local and regional competitions (e.g. YCS / Blokfest).

Rainbow Rocket is Cambridge’s only dedicated bouldering centre. We have been open since January and have built a community of climbers around our centre. We have worked with leading coaches and route-setters (Gaz Parry, Ben West, Max Ayrton and Gracie Martin amongst others) to create the best centre possible.

Responsibilities

Independently manage the entire coaching programme

  • Junior Club (open to all)
  • Junior Squad (selective)
  • Private coaching
  • Adult improver sessions
  • Instructor-led socials

Junior Club (open)

  • Organise and plan the format for a Junior Club
  • Create progressive session plans for participants
  • Deliver sessions on a regular basis
  • Train staff to deliver sessions

Junior Squad (selective)

  • Scope and plan the Junior Squad programme, including (but not limited to) selection, coaching, training plans and competitions - this may be in conjunction with an external coach
  • Deliver twice weekly sessions for squad members
  • Develop personalised training plans for squad members
  • Supervise and mentor staff assisting on Junior Squad sessions
  • Organising entry / transport to local / regional competitions

Private coaching / Adult improver sessions / Instructor-led socials

  • Provide 1:1 and group coaching for customers
  • Oversee the delivery of coaching by other staff members
  • Mentor and support staff members in delivery of coaching
  • Work with other staff to advertise and promote coaching

Minimum requirements:

  • CWI (CWA) or higher
  • Foundation Coach Award / Development Coach Training
  • Current First Aid qualification
  • Ability to coach to a high level, e.g. V6
  • Ability to work flexible working patterns - evenings and weekends are likely the most common times for coaching
  • Deep background and personal knowledge of training for climbing
  • Ability to deliver projects independently from scoping to implementation

Desirables:

  • Development Coach Award
  • Significant coaching experience, with experience of elite (V7+) coaching
  • Experience managing and coaching staff
  • Qualifications / experience delivering physical training sessions
  • Full Driver’s Licence

This role will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Salary:

Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Rainbow Rocket pays all staff at least the Living Wage.

Benefits:

  • Unlimited climbing
  • Relevant Personal Development courses in line with company policy and the role
  • Staff discounts

To apply:

Please email jobs@rainbowrocket.cc with a short cover letter (1 page max) and CV.

The interview process will be ongoing, with candidates being interviewed from 4th June onwards. Please apply sooner rather than later!

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