About the Role: Boys Rugby Programme Lead
Activate Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and passionate rugby professional to lead our Boys Rugby Programme within the Activate Rugby Academy (ARA), our ACE programme for talented 16-18-year-old rugby players.
Working in partnership with Gloucester Rugby (Boys) and Ealing Trailfinders (Girls), the ARA combines academic study with elite rugby development. Our vision is to be the leading rugby academy in the country, where the growth of every individual comes before everything else.
As Boys Rugby Programme Lead, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of the boys' programme. Working closely with coaching, academic, student support and residential colleagues, you will help create an outstanding learner experience and support young people to thrive both on and off the pitch.
This is a full-time role based at Harcourt Hill Campus, Oxford. Shortlisting will be performed alongside our partners in Gloucester RFU.
What do you need to be successful as a Boys Rugby Programme Lead at Activate Learning?
The ideal candidate will bring strong coaching expertise, a commitment to safeguarding, and a genuine passion for developing young people. You will be an effective leader who can inspire high standards, build positive relationships and work collaboratively with learners, colleagues, parents and partners.
You will be highly organised, adaptable and learner-centred, with the ability to balance the demands of a performance environment while ensuring every learner feels supported, challenged and valued.
Above all, you will share our belief that rugby can be transformational, helping young people develop the confidence, resilience and ambition to succeed both within and beyond the game.
Who we are:
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Why work with the Activate Learning Group?
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:
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Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
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Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
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Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
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Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
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Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
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Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.
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Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
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Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
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On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit Wellbeing at Activate Learning - Activate Learning
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
