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England Golf is inviting applications for the position of a contracted regional coach for the North Region U18 Boys Squad. Each regional squad will comprise of players selected at assessment days following an open application process and will generally be for players Under 18 years of age. The north region consists of Cumbria, Durham and Northumberland. The role is based on approximately 30 days of coaching annually with additional attendance at the England Golf coach education days and any relevant team meetings.

About The Role

The regional coach is required to deliver the relevant parts of the England Golf performance strategy related to winning golfers. We manage a performance pathway which aims to produce the best amateur golfers in the World. The main focus of the role will be to develop sound basics, technical competency, performance skills and an excellent short game in all regional players.

About You

Essential Experience and Knowledge: PGA qualified golf coach, working towards the highest levels of coach education qualifications; Have shown a significant commitment to Continued Professional Development (CPD) and can evidence a comprehensive attendance record; Several years of experience working with elite age group level golfers in a performance environment; Access to and experienced use of a range of coaching equipment relevant to the development of elite level performers; Excellent communication and management skills; Enthusiastic, personable and competitive.

Further Information

England Golf Safeguarding and Protecting Children Requirements

This role has been identified as involving access to vulnerable adults and/or children and in line with England Golf policy persons undertaking this role will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service Disclosure Check and must also have attended a Safeguarding and Protecting Children course (SPC) or be willing to undertake one, provided by UK Coaching.

The closing date for applications is: Friday 18 October 2024. Interviews will take place on Monday 28 October 2024 at a venue within the region. It is envisaged that the successful candidate will officially commence the role shortly after interview following a handover period with the existing regional coach.

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Closing date: 17th October 2024