Overview
**Excellent Monthly salary available for the right candidate to be discussed**
Following an extensive review of senior rugby at Chard RFC the Committee wish to
recruit an aspirational head coach/ preferably a player coach, that will report to the
club Director of rugby.
This position is available now for 2022/2023 season to assist the club in achieving
and exceeding their objective of developing a team that can secure a level 5
position. In this role you will be supported by the Director of rugby / Rugby club
development manager – 1st xv manager / Proactive committee and a club that is
extremely well supported.
Roles and Responsibilities
To lead the coaching team responsible for the 1st xv / 2nd xv and development
academy squad
• Plan the coaching programme for the season .
• Plan, prepare and deliver individual coaching sessions for the clubs senior squad.
• Ensure that all sessions are designed to develop the skills and understanding of the players in your
squad.
• Evaluate all coaching sessions and games with the coaching team and players.
• Attend all coaching sessions, matches involved with the clubs senior squad.
• Mentor and advise assistant coaches and players where appropriate.
• To share ownership of players individual development plans as agreed by the DOR.
Working with players to develop their understanding of their own performance and to
maximise strengths and mitigate weakness
●To lead by example on the pitch
●To agree beyond the rugby programme in support of the broader Chard RFC
aims
●Have vision, drive, ambition and determination to achieve and exceed the
rugby plan
●Contribute to the team culture and Chard RFC ethos through exemplifying the
club values
Qualifications Required
Skills and Qualities
• Coaching RFU Level 1-2-3 (or working towards these levels)
• Commitment and Enthusiasm – This position will require a time commitment
involving Tuesday / Thursday evenings and weekend match days
• Rugby Knowledge – It is expected that the Coach will have the required level of
knowledge to enable the players to achieve their potential
• Planning – The Head Coach is directly responsible for planning the coaching
programme for the season and will be asked to prepare individual sessions.
• Leadership – The Head Coach sets an example and standards for the coaching
team and squad. As such he will need to be able to inspire the coaching team and
players to ensure that all involved maximize their potential.
• Delegation – The Head Coach needs to be able to delegate agreed responsibilities
to the assistant coaches to ensure that they feel valued and their expertise is used
effectively.
• Team Work – The Head Coach needs to be able to work effectively with the
players, coaches, manager and the main club ethos and plan, with excellent
leadership and communication skills with the ability to engage and motivate players
at all levels and playing abilities.