VOLUNTEERS NEEDED.

WE NEED YOU!

WITH BIG GROWTH COMES BIG NEEDS!

Following on from the recruitment drive, we are still on the lookout for help to keep pushing the club forward – see below the 8 Key areas within the club we need help with.

If you can help in any of the areas or need any more info, please message Sean Haren on 0791 2399 937 with your Category Number and the role you would like to help with.

ie 2 – Youth Rugby – Team Manager

Even one hour a week can make a huge difference!

The future of our community club only works with your help

You know you want to! 🙂

1. Senior Rugby

  • Senior Team Coaching
  • Player Development
  • Matchday Operations
  • Recruitment & Retention
  • Team Managers
  • Referee Secretary
  • Fixture Secretary
  • Club Physio

2. Youth Rugby

  • Junior Coaching & Coordination
  • Safeguarding & Welfare
  • Youth Development Pathways
  • School & Community Engagement
  • Team Managers
  • Matchday Operations

3. Facilities Manager

  • Grounds & Pitch Maintenance
  • Clubhouse & Facility Maintenance – Inc Cleaning
  • Health, Safety & Compliance
  • Grubber Manager

4. Secretary

  • Club Administration & Records
  • Governance & Compliance
  • Meeting Coordination (AGMs/Committee)
  • Member Communication

5. Treasurer

  • Financial Management
  • Budgeting & Reporting
  • Membership & Fees
  • Financial Compliance & Audit Support
  • Grant Applications & Community Funding

6. Marketing Manager

  • Brand & Communications
  • Digital Marketing & Social Media
  • Promotion of Events & Fixtures
  • Member & Community Engagement
  • Club Photographer

7. Commercial Manager

  • Sponsorship & Partnerships
  • Business Development
  • Merchandising & Retail
  • Corporate Relations

8. Fundraising Manager

  • Fundraising Strategy & Planning
  • Events & Campaigns
  • Player Sponsorship Organiser
  • Volunteers

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Purpose of the Role:

To oversee all aspects of senior rugby, ensuring high standards of coaching, player development, and matchday performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and delivery of senior training programmes.
  • Support coaches in planning sessions, performance reviews, and player development plans.
  • Coordinate player recruitment, retention, and progression across teams.
  • Manage matchday operations, including team selection, logistics, and communication.
  • Ensure a positive and safe environment for all players and staff.
  • Liaise with the committee on rugby strategy, player needs, and season planning.

Skills & Experience:

  • Strong knowledge of rugby and coaching principles.
  • Excellent communication and people-management skills.
  • Experience in team leadership and planning.

Purpose of the Role:

To oversee the structure, delivery, and development of youth rugby across the club, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and progressive experience for all young players.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support and organise youth coaches, team managers, and volunteers.
  • Ensure all safeguarding and welfare policies are understood and followed.
  • Maintain clear pathways for player development from mini to youth to senior rugby.
  • Build relationships with schools, community groups, and regional rugby bodies.
  • Manage youth training schedules, pitch allocation, and matchday organisation.
  • Support club recruitment and retention of young players.

Skills & Experience:

  • Strong organisational skills and ability to work with children and parents.
  • Understanding of safeguarding requirements.
  • Coaching experience desirable but not essential.

Purpose of the Role:

To ensure the club’s facilities, equipment, and grounds are maintained to a high standard and are safe and ready for use.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee maintenance of pitches, club buildings, changing rooms, and surrounding areas.
  • Coordinate repairs, improvements, and contractor work.
  • Manage pitch scheduling across senior, youth, and external users.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Maintain club equipment and storage areas.
  • Report facility needs and budget requirements to the committee.

Skills & Experience:

  • Practical skills related to maintenance or facility oversight.
  • Ability to plan and prioritise workload.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

Purpose of the Role:

To manage the administrative functions of the club, ensuring smooth governance and effective communication.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organise and record meetings (committee, AGM, subcommittees).
  • Maintain club records, minutes, policies, and compliance documents.
  • Process player registrations, affiliations, and official documentation.
  • Handle incoming correspondence and act as a central point of communication.
  • Support the committee with governance, rule updates, and procedures.
  • Ensure deadlines set by governing bodies are met.

Skills & Experience:

  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
  • Attention to detail and reliability.
  • Good written and verbal communication.

Purpose of the Role:

To manage the financial affairs of the club responsibly and transparently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all club income, expenditure, and banking.
  • Produce monthly financial reports for the committee.
  • Prepare the annual budget and end-of-year accounts.
  • Ensure memberships, fees, and payments are collected and recorded.
  • Support fundraising and sponsorship planning from a financial perspective.
  • Maintain financial compliance and support any audits required.

Skills & Experience:

  • Experience with financial management or bookkeeping.
  • Strong numeracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work with accounting software or spreadsheets.

Purpose of the Role:

To promote the club’s brand, activities, teams, and events through effective communication and digital outreach.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage social media, website content, and club announcements.
  • Promote fixtures, results, events, and community initiatives.
  • Ensure branding consistency across all materials.
  • Create marketing material for campaigns, fundraising, and membership growth.
  • Support sponsors by promoting their involvement.
  • Develop fan engagement strategies and increase the club’s visibility.

Skills & Experience:

  • Creativity and digital content skills.
  • Experience with social media platforms and marketing tools.
  • Strong communication and writing ability.

Purpose of the Role:

To drive income and business growth through sponsorships, partnerships, and commercial opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and approach potential sponsors and partners.
  • Maintain existing commercial relationships.
  • Create sponsorship packages and proposals.
  • Oversee merchandising and retail opportunities.
  • Work with the marketing and fundraising teams to support revenue-generating activities.
  • Track commercial income and report to the committee.

Skills & Experience:

  • Strong negotiation and business development skills.
  • Confident communicator with good networking ability.
  • Ability to create compelling promotional material.

Purpose of the Role:

To lead fundraising strategy and deliver initiatives that generate sustainable income for the club.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver fundraising events (raffles, dinners, socials, community days).
  • Develop yearly fundraising targets and a strategic plan.
  • Manage supporter, donor, and volunteer engagement.
  • Apply for grants and community funding programmes.
  • Work closely with commercial and marketing managers to maximise revenue.
  • Track fundraising income and provide regular updates to the committee.

Skills & Experience:

  • Strong organisational and planning skills.
  • Fundraising or event management experience beneficial.
  • Confident communicator with a proactive mindset.