Salary: £14,939 - £17,860, dependent on qualifications and experience
The Boys' Rugby Academy Coach is responsible for leading the day to day delivery and ongoing
development of the Boys' Rugby Academy at Coleg Llandrillo. The role focuses on providing high quality
coaching and performance support for learners aged 16 to 19, aligned with Welsh Rugby Union player
development principles and long term athlete development models. Working closely with the Programme
Area Manager for Sport and Public Services, the Head of Rugby Girls, college staff and the WRU Player
Development Centre Lead North, the post holder supports the technical, tactical, physical and
psychological development of players while promoting a high performance, inclusive and aspirational
sporting environment.
The role contributes to the continued growth and success of the Coleg Llandrillo Rugby Academy,
supporting learners to progress both in their rugby performance and their educational studies. Duties
include planning and delivering engaging coaching sessions, supporting individual player development
plans, contributing to performance analysis and fitness testing, and organising fixtures and match day
activity. The post holder works closely with academic staff and support services to ensure learners
maintain strong attendance, engagement and wellbeing while balancing the demands of sport and
education.
In addition, the post holder plays a key role in supporting recruitment, talent identification and the wider
development of the boys' rugby pathway. Working collaboratively with college colleagues, WRU staff and
external partners, the role supports the maintenance of WRU A Licence standard, monitors learner
progression and contributes to the strategic priorities of both Coleg Llandrillo and the Welsh Rugby Union.
Job Details
Job Reference
CL/065/26
Salary
£14,939 - £17,860, dependent on qualifications and experience
Place of Work
Holiday Entitlement
- 28 days leave per annum, rising to 32 days after 5 full holiday years' continuous service (01 September to 31 August).
- All normally observed public holidays, determined annually.
- Up to 5 days efficiency closure days per annum, determined annually.
- Part Time contracts will receive a pro rata entitlement to the above.
- Term Time contracts will receive a pro rata entitlement to the above paid as part of annual salary.
Working Pattern
18.5 hours per week Coaching contact time during term time 3 hrs per day:
Monday
Tuesday
Friday
Home/Away games on a Wednesday. Times vary.
Seasonal fluctuations with fixtures.
Pension Rights
Local Government Pension Scheme
Contract Type
Part Time Permanent
Closing Date
10 Nov 2026
12:00 PM (Midday)