Stafford & Stone Canoe Club are looking for the following coaches/instructors:
- Canoeing Coach or Paddlesport Instructor to work with our Beginners Groups
- Slalom Coach to work with junior paddlers.
Canoeing Coach
The role primarily involves teaching junior beginners between 9 and 11 years old the basics of kayaking and developing their confidence on the water through fun, engaging, exciting and diverse sessions. The role also includes teaching paddlers to roll during the winter, when we have access to a local pool on Sundays.
This wouldinitially be for an estimated 3 hours per week, currently on a Sunday, but we can be flexible on the day depending on coaching availability. This role is initially for6 months, to cover Maternity leave, but we are a busy club and there is a strong possibility that there would be other coaching opportunities during and after the 6 months.
Ideally the coach would have the BC Coach Award but we would consider an applicant with the Paddlesport (kayak) Instructor qualification.
Slalom Coach
Working with our junior paddlers with a range of abilities from Div3 to Div2. Developing their slalom skills.
This wouldinitially be for an estimated 2 hours per week on a Thursday evening (Flexibility may be possible to the right candidate). This role is initially for6 months, to cover Maternity leave, but we are a busy club and there is a strong possibility that there would be other coaching opportunities during and after the 6 months.
Ideally the coach would have the BC Slalom Coach Award but we would consider an applicant with experience of paddling in Slalom to a high level.
The rate for both roles isup to £20 per hour on site depending on qualifications. Travel expenses to Stone will be paid.
This is a contract self-employed position with an expected start date of September 2022.
Coaching location- Stafford & Stone Canoe Club, Westbridge Park, Stone, ST15 8QW
How to Apply
We would encourage anyone interested to contact Adrian Croome by email at secretary@staffordandstonecc.co.uk for further information about the role and to discuss your availability. Please include some brief information about your background and qualifications. Applications requested by 6th August 2022.
