Vacancies

The role of the Chair is to provide leadership and direction to the Board, enabling them to fulfil the responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation. You will represent the sport and the governing body both nationally and internationally and help to drive the ETA’s ambition to be a sport for all.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership to the Board in understanding and executing their role;

• Planning, chairing, and facilitating board meetings to set the agendas and plan the annual cycle of meetings;

• Working with the appointed CEO and other Executive Board members to ensure that there is a common understanding of the vision, mission, strategic objectives and strategic priorities by the Board, staff, volunteers and other key stakeholders;

• Ensuring the flow of information to Non-Executive Directors is effective and appropriate and that decisions that are taken at board meetings are implemented;

• Acting as an ambassador, representative or spokesperson for the organisation at appropriate events, meetings or functions;

• Acting as the final stage adjudicator for disciplinary and grievance procedures if required.

Experience

• At least two years Board experience, ideally in the sport sector.
• The character to act as an ambassador and champion for the sport of Touch
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proven track record of execution of strategy at a senior level
• Knowledge and experience of internal and external affairs
• Experience of Touch Rugby is not essential.

Hours required 

2-3 hours per week. Attend and Chair at least three Board meeting per annum (can be virtual) and the AGM. 

To be considered email your CV and a cover note to Chris Simon via chris.simon@englandtouch.org.uk no later than close of business on Sunday, February 12th, 2023.

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Non-Executive Directors act in an advisory capacity to the Board of Directors and Executive Management team by bringing a breadth of business and management knowledge and experience for the benefit of the ETA and the sport of Touch.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the Board in understanding and executing their role;
• Attending and contributing to board meetings throughout the year;
• Working with the appointed CEO and other Executive Board members to advise on the delivery of the ETAs vision, mission, strategic objectives and strategic priorities;
• Acting as an ambassador, representative or spokesperson for the organisation at appropriate events, meetings or functions;
• Constructively review, challenge and make creative contribution in the development and implementations of the Association’s strategy;
• Scrutinise executive activity and monitor the ETA’s performance in meeting agreed goals and objectives;
• Ensure robust processes are in place and adhered to.

Experience

• At least two years Board or Senior Management experience
• The character to act as an ambassador and champion for the sport of Touch
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proven track record of execution of strategy at a senior level

Experience of Touch Rugby is not essential.

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To be considered email your CV and a cover note to Chris Simon via chris.simon@englandtouch.org.uk no later than close of business on Sunday, February 12th, 2023.

England Touch's events have grown rapidly over the past few years, with three National Touch Series for mixed and single gender teams, some of which take place over a number of weekends, in addition to the Touch Nationals, which now takes place over two weekends. Many of these tournaments are now also live streamed, with viewing figures increasing all the time. To help with further growth in the future the Association has created the role of National Events Assistant.

The holder of this role will:

• Assist the National Events Manager in the preparation and organization of all England Touch affiliated tournaments accommodating all ages and standard of players across the country.
• Coordinate tournament matters for all ETA events. (attendance not always required)

We have the following Head Coach Vacancies:

• England Men’s 30s
• England Men’s 35s
• England Mixed 20s
• England Men’s Scholars (University U23)
• England Women’s Scholars (University U23)

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Closing date: Until all posts filled

We have the following Assistant Coach Vacancies:

• England Women’s Open
• England Women’s 27s
• England Senior Mixed
• England Women’s 35s
• England Men’s 35s
• England Men’s 40s
• England Men’s 45s
• England Girl’s 18s
• England Boy’s 18s
• England Mixed 18s
• England Boy’s 20s
• England Mixed 20s

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Closing date: Until all posts filled

Role Purpose

• To assist the coaching team in the compilation of player reports following talent identification events and to provide feedback where required.
• To assist in the compilation of content for High Performance Training Programmes and to advise on the technical aspects of skill delivery and tactical game play.
• To assess both the players’ and coaches’ performances during games and to provide feedback on this to players, coaches, and the Youth High Performance Team.
• To reside within the sub box during tournament games and provide technical and tactical support to the youth coaching team and players.
• To attend training sessions to assist in the delivery of the Youth High Performance Training Programmes and to work 1 to 1, in groups or with entire squads, as discussed with the Head Coach(es) of the relevant Youth teams.
• To provide coaching professional development (CPD) to our Youth High Performance Coaching Team on the job as well as in workshop form during training weekends

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Role Purpose

• Be responsible for the organisation and administration of their allocated team from pre- tournament preparation through to post-tournament wrap up meeting
• Work within a matrix management environment with the England High Performance team (specifically Head of Elite Operations), with a dotted line management to the Head Coach of their respective national team

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Role Purpose

• Assist the High Performance National Coaching teams and High Performance Athletes in technical, tactical, and statistical analysis. 
• Work in a team alongside the Head Coach, any other Assistant Coaches, Team Operations Manager, Medical Team Personnel and High Performance Personnel. 
• Talent Identify (at elite standard domestic competitions tournaments), assist with selection (at Touch Nationals and Final Selection Camps), coach (in accordance with the High Performance Programme) and assist the Head Coach in leading their National Squad in the training sessions and competitions within the campaign cycle; and
• Assist the England Touch Association High Performance Team as and when required.

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