Are you a Rugby League coach, specialist in adult learning, a professional educator, or an expert in vocational assessment? We are looking for dedicated, insightful, and experienced facilitators to join our Coach Educator workforce.
You don’t need to be a coach to help others become great ones. We are looking for individuals who understand how people learn and can inspire growth in others.
Mandatory Qualifications
To maintain our high standards of delivery, all applicants must meet one of the following two qualification pathways:
Pathway A
UKCC Level 2 Rugby League Certificate
A recognized Assessing Qualification (e.g., Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement / A1 / D32/33).
A recognized Teaching or Tutoring Qualification (e.g., Level 3 Award in Education and Training / PTLLS / Cert Ed).
Pathway B
UKCC Level 3 Rugby League Certificate
A recognized Assessing Qualification (e.g., Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement / A1 / D32/33).
Why Join Our Workforce?
Transitioning your skills into developing the next generation of coaches for the Grassroots Rugby League world is a powerful way to improve coaching standards and influence participants experiences.
- Diverse Impact: Apply your skills to a dynamic, high-energy environment.
- Flexible Delivery: Opportunities to lead workshops, assessments, and mentorship sessions that fit your schedule.
- Network: Connect with a community of elite educators and high-performance experts.
What We’re Looking For
Attribute & What this looks like
Instructional Design - An understanding of how to deliver a curriculum effectively to adult learners.
Objective Assessment - The ability to judge performance against criteria fairly and accurately.
Adaptability - Comfortable delivering content in a classroom, online, or in a practical field setting.
Constructive Feedback - A "coaching mindset" in education – helping learners find their own solutions.
Role Responsibilities
As a Coach Educator, your mission is to provide the structure and support coaches need to succeed:
- Deliver accredited coaching qualification courses.
- Assess learner progress through field-based observations and portfolio reviews.
- Mentor individuals as they navigate their professional development journey.
- Facilitate engaging workshops that turn theory into practical skill.
Ready to Lead the Next Generation of Coaches?
Applications are now open for our upcoming intake. If you have the qualifications and a passion for developing people, we want to hear from you.
Application Deadline: 17/04/2026
How to Apply: Email richard.tunningley@rfl.co.uk in the first instance to submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience in coaching, teaching, tutoring, or assessment.
