Rugby Programmes Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Rugby Programmes Manager to join our team at Loughborough College Group, based at the Brooksby College and Loughborough College.

Loughborough College Elite Sport is a highly successful department with over 2,000 learners, offering a wide range of provision up to L3 qualifications and working nationally with funded programmes that include study programmes, apprenticeships, international, adult programmes and the Diploma in Sporting Excellence.

Working across the Loughborough and Brooksby sites, the Rugby Programmes Manager will lead the College’s rugby programmes for both men’s and women’s teams across a range of levels, collaborating with cross‑college departments such as curriculum teams, accommodation services and student welfare services.

Responsibilities

• Working with partners and clubs to design, develop, and deliver rugby programmes that ensure a high‑quality dual‑career experience, both on and off the field.
• Leading recruitment strategies, player pathways, progression routes, and developing an effective quality assurance programme.

Qualifications

• Significant rugby coaching/leadership experience and experience of working in dual‑career or talent‑pathways.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a large cross‑curricular team and meet deadlines.
• An up‑to‑date or valid driver’s licence is essential; access to a vehicle is desirable as the role will involve off‑site working.

Loughborough College Group is formed of Brooksby College, Loughborough College, Stephenson College and IGNITE Performing Arts. We offer a vast curriculum across campuses, providing challenging and engaging learning experiences, modern facilities and resources, and a motivating, inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes equity for all staff and students.

Benefits

• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• On‑site parking
• Access to a healthcare scheme
• Subsidised nursery fees
• Up to 25 days annual leave per year
• Additional annual leave available
• Generous maternity/paternity pay
• Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development
• Well‑being hours
• Opportunities for volunteering within the local community and charities

The successful candidate will be employed by The Leicestershire College, a subsidiary company of Loughborough College Group. The terms and conditions of employment offered by The Leicestershire College differ from those of Loughborough College, and employees will be based on one of the campuses of Loughborough College Group.

We are unable to provide skilled‑worker sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

Loughborough College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students; all staff are expected to share this commitment and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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