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Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby (GBWR) is the national governing body for the game of wheelchair rugby in England, Scotland, and Wales, is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee, and is a full member of World Wheelchair Rugby (WWR) and of the British Paralympic Association (BPA).

About The Role

This exciting role sits as part of the GBWR senior leadership team (SLT) and will oversee the GB Paralympic World Class Programme and provide oversight for the entire talent development pathway. The ideal candidate for this role will be one who will complement the existing team with a strategic view, lead implementation of the performance strategy, and can identify and fill the gaps that will contribute to the long-term success of the squad.

This exciting role sits as part of the GBWR senior leadership team (SLT) and will oversee the GB Paralympic World Class Programme and provide oversight for the entire talent development pathway. The ideal candidate for this role will be one who will complement the existing team with a strategic view, lead implementation of the performance strategy, and can identify and fill the gaps that will contribute to the long-term success of the squad.

Priorities for the role

Lead the development and implementation of performance strategy, quadrennial and annual planning with the SLT, and report regularly on progress against objectives to the chief executive officer (CEO) and board. Lead and manage the performance team to integrate and align excellent, evidence-based coaching and performance support (science and medicine, performance and data analysis, equipment, research and innovation, talent development, and lifestyle and welfare support) as appropriate to each programme/stage of the pathway.

To be accountable for the performance of the GB programme.

To build and maintain effective ongoing relationships including but not limited to:

• Key point of contacts at UK Sport and the world class programme (WCP)
• GBWR CEO and SLT
• UK Sports Institute (UKSI), British Paralympic Association (BPA), World Wheelchair Rugby (WWR), Rugby Football Union (RFU), and Loughborough University and the Peter Harrison Centre
• All GB staff including the head coach, assistant coach,
  talent coaches, and team manager
• GB athletes
• Performance pathway manager

Further Information

For more information about the role and how to apply please visit GBWR website.

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Closing date: 24th November 2025