Director of Rowing

The GORSE

Academies Trust is seeking an exceptional and ambitious Director of Rowing to

lead and develop our rowing provision across the trust. This is an exciting

opportunity for an experienced rowing professional to shape a programme of

national significance and contribute to the trust’s wider strategic vision,

including the ambitions of our ‘Big 3’ initiative.

About the Role

The Director of Rowing will provide strategic

and operational leadership for rowing across our academies. This includes

ensuring high-quality PE rowing lessons, delivering an inclusive and

aspirational extra‑curricular programme, and establishing effective pathways

from on-land to on-water training.

You will oversee the development of racing

squads, deliver high‑quality coaching frameworks, and ensure the health,

safety, and wellbeing of all athletes. A key aspect of the role involves

managing the GORSE Boathouse, developing strategic partnerships, securing

sponsorships and funding, and contributing to a long-term rowing plan that

builds a nationally recognised programme.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and quality‑assure rowing within the

curriculum and extra‑curricular programmes. Identify talent, develop training plans, and

ensure strong athlete progression. Develop inclusive on-land and on-water rowing

opportunities for students across the Trust. Establish, select, and manage racing squads for

regional and national competitions. Manage the GORSE Boathouse, equipment,

facilities, and related safety processes. Develop partnerships, secure sponsorship, and

explore funding opportunities. Provide performance reporting and data insights

for key stakeholders. Line manage coaches, coordinate CPD, and support

rowing leads in each academy. Promote a high‑performance, inclusive, and

aspirational culture.

About You

The successful candidate will be an inspiring leader with strong

technical knowledge of rowing and junior pathway development. You will have

experience coaching at a competitive level, developing athlete performance

systems, and managing rowing facilities or programmes.

You should also have:

A strong understanding of safeguarding. Excellent communication and analytical skills. Experience building partnerships and securing

funding. The ability to motivate young people and staff

across multiple sites. A commitment to the values of The GORSE

Academies Trust: Diligence, Integrity, Rectitude and Kindness.