KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Chairman of Rugby, Head Coach & Assistant Coaches, Medical team, opposition contacts, Managers of South West League Squads, Fixture Secretary.

NATURE & SCOPE OF JOB:

The post-holder will contribute to the planning and management of Bracknell RFC 1st XV for the season to provide a positive and successful playing environment. Facilitate and organise a programme that allows talented players to perform at their optimum level whilst enhancing Bracknell RFC.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ensure Bracknell’s objectives for the Season are achieved by contributing to the preparation & organisation of the team’s programme to develop the skills and understanding of the players.

2. Work in conjunction with the Head Coach, Assistant Coach and Chairman of Rugby to facilitate the selection of players in an objective manner.

3. Ensure communication links are maintained between players, coaches, officials & families/supporters prior to and during the league programme.

4. Attend any required meetings of the 1st XV squad delivery team and be the squad’s representative at all times. Ensure all staff are kept up to date with all 1st XV information and requirements.

5. Ensure with the Head & Assistant Coaches that the coaching and playing squad present themselves as ambassadors for Bracknell RFC and act in accordance with the core values of the sport.

6. Complete all appropriate administrative paperwork – including all player registration detail from players, team sheets and other relevant forms – prior to commencement of league programme.

7. Manage distribution, recollection (if appropriate) and cleaning of all pre, during and post-match attire for the 1st XV.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

Self motivated, committed, well-organised, including good timekeeping skills.
Excellent communication skills, including IT literacy.
Enthusiastic and motivational whilst being a good listener who is easily approachable.
Able to work effectively under direction of the Head Coach & Chairman of Rugby and work with other members of the Bracknell Management Team.
Support a playing environment that balances player development with team performance.
Have high standards of personal accountability and responsibility for the players.
To be a figure of respect and inspiration to the team, passing on knowledge where appropriate and acting as a role model at all times.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The post holder is accountable to the Head Coach and Chairman of Rugby for the successful delivery of the responsibilities as outlined above.

The position will be held for a term of 3 years (renewable) subject to annual review

This position is unpaid, however, an excellent opportunity will be provided for managers to work with quality Bracknell players and coaches in an environment geared towards excellence and achievement. Other benefits include:

Appropriate travel expenses.
Rugby Ready, CPD and other RFU coaching opportunities.
Corporate Team Bracknell apparel.
Free access to RFU summer and winter conference.
Free entrance to all Bracknell 1st XV games.

Team Manager position will be interviewed on Thursday 21st June 2012.

Please submit a one page coaching CV and covering letter to Rory Greenslade-Jones by the Closing date for applications June 15th 2012

Rory Greenslade–Jones Head Coach
Bracknell Rugby Football Club
Lily Hill Park, Lily Hill Drive, Bracknell. RG12 2UG.
Greenslade-jones@o2.co.uk
Tel 07872 672620.