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Rugby League Mens Sports Coach
| Posting date: | 14 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 November 2025 |
| Location: | Preston, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Lancashire |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 1312-25 |
Summary
Job details
When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.
About the role:
Working with the Performance Sports Manager and key sports staff, the Rugby League Sports Coach will provide leadership to drive the development of a high-performance sport culture at the University.
The successful candidate will be expected to take training, select the squad and oversee match day preparation and performance across the course of the season. Goals will be set in conjunction with the Performance Sport Manager.
This role will require 8 hours per week; evening working and the ability to travel to fixtures with the team will be expected. Training is currently Monday evening, with fixtures on a Wednesday afternoon with flexibility for the additional hours; but this may be subject to change.
About you:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the University and have an impact on our ambitious sports strategy. It is essential that the individual is appropriately qualified with a minimum of an up-to-date Level 2 coaching award as well as having experience of coaching in a performance sport environment. The ability to influence and inspire others, set and maintain high standards and having excellent communication skills are core requirements of the post.
If you would like to discuss your suitability for this role, please contact Kate Youngman, Performance Sport Manager for further details.
Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.
What we can offer you:
Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.
When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.
About the role:
Working with the Performance Sports Manager and key sports staff, the Rugby League Sports Coach will provide leadership to drive the development of a high-performance sport culture at the University.
The successful candidate will be expected to take training, select the squad and oversee match day preparation and performance across the course of the season. Goals will be set in conjunction with the Performance Sport Manager.
This role will require 8 hours per week; evening working and the ability to travel to fixtures with the team will be expected. Training is currently Monday evening, with fixtures on a Wednesday afternoon with flexibility for the additional hours; but this may be subject to change.
About you:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the University and have an impact on our ambitious sports strategy. It is essential that the individual is appropriately qualified with a minimum of an up-to-date Level 2 coaching award as well as having experience of coaching in a performance sport environment. The ability to influence and inspire others, set and maintain high standards and having excellent communication skills are core requirements of the post.
If you would like to discuss your suitability for this role, please contact Kate Youngman, Performance Sport Manager for further details.
Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.
What we can offer you:
Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.
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