Job Description

Male Rugby Academy Pathway Coach (Attacks and Backs)
Competitive
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About the Role
Hartpury College & University are internationally recognised for excellence in sport, education and athlete development. As part of our continued commitment to developing outstanding players and people, we are seeking to ambitious and values-driven coaches to join our Rugby Pathway, with a start date of the beginning of June.
These roles will play a critical part in delivering a world-class rugby programme that supports players across the Hartpury pathway to progress towards professional and international rugby, while thriving academically and personally.
This role will:

• Lead and deliver forwards and defence coaching across the Hartpury Male Rugby Academy, including BUCS teams and the U18s pathway, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Plan, implement and monitor weekly skills and performance programmes, using analysis tools to develop individual players, units and overall team performance.
• Attend all training sessions, BUCS/ACE fixtures and academy meetings, ensuring clear communication and feedback to players and staff.
• Collaborate with the Head of Men's Performance Rugby and wider academy staff on strategy, player identification, recruitment, and development pathways.
• Work alongside Strength & Conditioning and academic staff to support player physical preparation and academic progress.
• Manage administrative duties, compliance with governing body regulations, and contribute to selection, trials, and retention meetings as required.

About You

• You will hold a RFU Level 2 Coaching award, or equivalent.
• You will have played a prominent role in a high-performance rugby environment with a proven track record in age grade rugby.
• You will be able to demonstrate experience of elite athlete coaching, with rugby coaching in an educational environment advantageous.

For an informal chat regarding the role, please contact martin.haag@hartpury.ac.uk
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length or service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026

About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Click the button below to apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 22nd February 2026
Interviews will be held on w/c 2nd March 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
How to apply
Please apply here: https://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/hartpury/vms/e/careers/positions/clH8AB6EHiM53wE62ao6Ld

Skills Required