Cardiff RFC volunteer Strength & Conditioning Coach

1. Support and deliver principles as led by the Academy Manager and Lead Academy   Strength and Conditioning Coach.

2. Align to the training direction, and each individual session, as directed by the   Academy Manager and Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach.
3. Lead the strength and conditioning practices for Cardiff RFC Premiership squad.

4. Prepare session, in conjunction with Rugby Coaches, and apply content which support   the wider strategy and Game Plan.

5. Ensure sessions are prompt, high quality, and aligned to game plan and required statistical data in line with academy standards.

6. Ensure high energy, enthusiasm with a strong presentation in sessions.

7. Ensure presentation of the sessions using applicable media (PDF / App / email etc) to   the players are prompt, well-presented, professional looking and reflect the high   standards expected.

8. Have the ability to make strong, well-informed decisions on player modification as   advised by Medical department.

9. Ensure strong player buy-in, session adherence and discipline within strength sessions.

10. Provide strong evidence of Strength/Power/Physical performance progressions for   individual players as prescribed by Academy Manager and Lead Academy Strength   and Conditioning Coach.

11. Make recommendations to the Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach on   player achievements (in line with benchmarking) and link to Academy Talent ID   strategy.

12. Ensure personable engagement and empathy towards both player needs and elite standards are maintained in interaction with all players.

13. Ensure actions and behaviours are consistent with a coach in high performance   sport, and that players view such actions and behaviours to be respectable and   aspirational.

2.  Where there are multiple sessions happening concurrently (including RTP), be a   deliverer of content and coaching in one of the assigned activities (as directed by   academy team staff).
3. Ensure delivery of session is a high standard, with session KPIs and objectives   explained and presented to the players.

4. Ensure presentation of the sessions using applicable media (PDF / App / email etc) to   the players are prompt, well-presented, professional looking and reflect the high   standards expected.

5. Ensure facility upkeep and resource allocation is well presented and well maintained.

6. Update any notable performance progressions or statuses acquired through sessions   back to Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach.

7. Ensure that any off field workshops and monitoring procedures are supported and   factored into the programme where directed

2. Meet Academy Manager and Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach 2 times   per season to update performance KPIs of players and feedback on performance.
3.      Commitment to ongoing CPD to maintain professional standards and self development to support future strategies for Cardiff RFC in line with elite domestic competition proposals

· Understanding and awareness of the issues faced in a semi professional environment     but with a clear awareness of high performance coaching and of the practical,   educational, vocational and learning needs of aspiring, elite players.

· Experience of setting clear goals, targets, measures and implementing action plans

· Detailed knowledge and understanding of the Cardiff RFC / Cardiff Rugby Aligned   rugby programme

Desirable

· Excellent IT Skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint or Preview.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· This role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check

· An understanding and commitment to equal opportunities in employment and sport

· An understanding of individual responsibility in complying with the Health and Safety   policies and arrangements.