Head of Rowing

**Head of Rowing**

R O W I N G A T H C S
Hereford Cathedral School Boat Club has, in recent years, made extraordinary developments to become one of the most up-and-coming sculling schools in the country. The aim of the club is to provide opportunities to row in an inclusive way which enables students to challenge themselves and one another. Athletes are given the freedom to make their own decisions and learn skills which are not only great for rowing but extremely valuable in the real world too.

For those wishing for top level representation, since 2020 we have supported 4 GB rowing vests, multiple medals (and wins) at National Schools’ Regatta, multiple Henley Royal Regatta qualifications, and most recently getting through to the Friday of the Fawley Challenge Cup.

There is plenty of room for improvement at the Boat Club though; we are always seeking to optimise how we do things, become more efficient, and improve our programme.

J O B D E S C R I P T I O N:
**H E A D O F R O W I N G**
**Post title**: Head of Rowing **Salary**: £23,265 - £25,017
**Hours**: Full time and year-round **Start date**:September 2023
**Location**:Herefordshire (based at Hereford Cathedral School & Boat Club)

O P P O R T U N I T Y

We are seeking an outstanding Head of Rowing with the leadership, vision, coaching skills and experience to take the lead role in the development and delivery of our rowing programme.

The individual will be highly motivated and fully prepared to undertake the demands of working in one of the UK’s leading independent co-educational day and boarding schools.

O V E R V I E W

Rowing is offered year-round to our pupils starting in January in Year 9. There is a weekly
Games session along with after-school and weekend training. We enter a number of regional and national events to suit our crews.

O U R O F F E R
- Subsidised accommodation may be available
- Valuable, on the job training and professional development
- Lunch provided in term time
- Competitive salary
- HCS Rowing Kit
- Opportunity to join a wonderful team of people
- A beautiful place to work in the most idyllic settings
- Join a highly talented and supportive team and governing body
- A positive and innovative working environment
- A collaborative and supportive attitude amongst staff which promotes a sense of teamwork and unity
- Cycle to Work scheme
- NEST pension scheme (8.7% employer contribution, 6% employee contribution)
- Staff are sometimes offered non-contractual School Fees Remission at the absolute discretion of the Governors

**H E A D O F R O W I N G**
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**Reporting Lines**:

- The post holder reports to the Assistant Director of Sport

**Job Purpose**:

- To lead and manage the rowing programme
- To oversee the development of rowing at the School
- To design, lead and direct all coaching and preparation and preparation of individual crews
- To ensure the safe and smooth day-to-day running of the Boat Club

**Responsibilities**:

- Ownership of all rowing-related risk assessments and health and safety; compliance with British Rowing safety guidelines and safeguarding requirements
- Oversee the development of all rowing coaches at the School and implement a programme of coach development
- To liaise with the Assistant Director of Sport in the administration of rowing and oversee the competitive programme in order to maximise rowing enjoyment and development
- To manage and control the rowing budget, under the direction of the Director of Sport and ensure all relevant resources are made available to the coaching team
- To foster a positive relationship with Hereford Rowing Club l To oversee and manage all rowing trips and regattas within the school
- Coach and manage crews beyond normal school hours including weekends and some evenings (including overnight trips) throughout the year
- To improve Marketing, Promotion and Publicity for HCS Rowing
- Be responsible for Boat Club activities such as registering athletes, race entries, rigging and setting up boats, attending training weekends and organising swim tests
- To oversee the maintenance and repair of boats and equipment
- To write and deliver high quality training programmes
- Organise and attend training camps during holidays e.g. Easter

**Pastoral Responsibilities**:

- To encourage the development of character, soft skills and sportsmanship
- Ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy at all times
- Report any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of students to the

Designated Safeguarding Lead **Liaise with Medical, Academic Support and any other professionals as and when necessary**

**Administrative Duties**:

- To undertake appropriate administrative duties to support the operational needs of the Boat Club or wider school
- To maintain appropriate records and provide relevant and accurate information for information systems to ensure that all records are up-to-date

**General Responsibi