Tuesday 10th September 2024

We’re recruiting now for an exceptional individual to join the SSS staff team as our Head of Development. Find out more and apply now.

Scottish Student Sport (SSS) seeks an outstanding individual to join the staff team as our new Head of Development.

Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and the SSS development team, the successful candidate will manage and co-ordinate SSS’ sports development work, with particular emphasis on member engagement, promoting best practice and knowledge transfer, and developing key partnerships with internal and external groups.

The Head of Development will have delegated responsibility for specified areas of the SSS work and will be responsible for the management of SSS’ development staff (3) across Sport & Active Health, Learning & People and Inclusion & Culture.

The Role

Grade 6 + 15% (£37,929.30 – £43,935.75)
Full time 35 hrs per week
Open-ended role

The Head of Development is a key member of the SSS senior staff team, with Development aspects of the SSS Strategic Plan- working with members, volunteers and partners to build capacity and improve the quality of provision within student sport. The successful candidate will line manage SSS’ three development staff and report to the C.O.O.

The post requires a demonstrable track record in sports development and project management and proven, successful line management experience.

For the full job description, please click here.

About SSS

SSS is a members’ organisation for colleges and universities across Scotland, providing students with sport and active health opportunities. SSS is at the heart of a network of over 600 clubs and approximately 45,000 participants. We deliver organised sports competitions, provide a range of sports development services and champion the role of sport and active health at the heart of the student experience.

SSS is supported by sportscotland, SFC and BUCS. Learn more about our strategy here.

You’ll be working alongside a small but fantastic team making the student sporting experience in Scotland the best it can be. Meet the team here.

SSS works for all the universities and colleges in Scotland as an independent organisation, but is hosted by the University of Edinburgh.

Changing Landscape

SSS is currently looking at possible changes to its strategy and accompanying staff structure from Aug 2025, with the likelihood being a smaller staff team and some new ways of working.

Any new approach is likely to retain a number of development functions and ambitions, but may see a reduction and/ or realignment of the current staffing team.

Applicants should be aware of the potential for change, the details of which are likely to become clear during spring 2025.

In light of the complex context, applications for secondments into the Head of Development post of between 6-18 months are actively encouraged.

For an off the record conversation about the current context and possible implications for applicants, please contact COO Stew Fowlie (details at the bottom of this page).

Equality

Scottish Student Sport is committed to reducing barriers to sport and physical activity for students across Scotland. We welcome applications from all communities, including from trans people and people with variations in sex characteristics, from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse people, and from disabled people who are currently under-represented in our staff team.

Application Procedure

Applications are open via the University of Edinburgh’s job site, accessed here.

The closing date for applications is 22nd September 2024.

Interviews will take place at the SSS Office, Third Floor, 48 Pleasance, Edinburgh EH8 9TJ on 1st October 2024 with candidates being notified of shortlisting by 25th September. The post will ideally commence in November 2024.

For further information on the role, or SSS, please contact:
Stew Fowlie – COO
07903 891 497
stew@scottishstudentsport.com

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Friday 6th September 2024

Scottish Rugby are recruiting for individuals to join their pool of Women & Girls Community Coaches across the East. Perfect for students.

Our friends at Scottish Rugby are recruiting for a number of individuals to add to their pool of Women & Girls Community Coaches to operate across the East Region.

As a part-time role, this would suit current students keen to add some coaching experience around their studies while playing a key role in the development of Women & Girls rugby in the East region.

Role Responsibilities

  • Be a positive role model and passionate advocate off Women’s & Girls rugby participation.
  • Assist in the delivery of Women’s & Girls evolution events and state school festivals including planning, set up, game scheduling, game coaching and reporting.
  • Support Development Officers with the delivery of high-quality rugby sessions in primary and secondary schools and club based come & try and transition events.
  • Assist the East Regional Rugby Development Team with the facilitation and delivery of national initiatives such as Scottish Rugby Schools Week, Player Development Hubs, Regional Game Series and Women’s & Girls in Sport week.
  • Promote Women’s & Girls rugby participation via effective social media messaging.
  • Report on delivery activities and participation numbers using SCRUMS platform.

Role requirements

  • Flexible approach to working hours: weekend and evening work will be required.
  • Strong communication skills including the ability to effectively liaise with players, coaches, administrators, volunteers and other stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational and planning skills.
  • Previous coaching or sports development experience would be advantageous.
  • Appropriate rugby coaching and/or refereeing qualifications, (Rugby Right, Coaching Essentials etc)
  • A satisfactory Disclosure Scotland PVG check is mandatory.
  • IT literate including Microsoft Excel, word and e-mail.
  • A full valid driving licence would be advantageous with sessions based throughout the East region

How to Apply

Successful individuals will be engaged and deployed via a contract of services with Scottish Rugby at a rate of £15.00 per hour with travel expenses reimbursed at 45p per mile. In addition to this Scottish Rugby will provide uniform, equipment required for delivery, ongoing support and learning for development opportunities.

For a further discussion about the role please don’t hesitate to contact Jacqui Stone (Scottish Rugby East Regional Manager) Jacqui.Stone@sru.org.uk or on 07970 184205.

To submit an expression of interest please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Jacqui.Stone@sru.org.uk.

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Monday 8th July 2024

Join Scottish Squash who are recruiting for 2x new positions: Membership Engagement Officer, and Club Development Officer!

Our partners Scottish Squash are recruiting for 2x exciting new positions to join their team and help grow the sport across the country.

Both roles would be excellent for someone looking to build experience working in sport development for a governing body. Take a look below to find out more!

Membership Engagement Officer – Full Time

Scottish Squash recognise the importance of putting the players and members at the heart of all that they do. The Membership Engagement Officer will play an integral part of that role.

The Membership Engagement Officer is a key member of the Scottish Squash staff team, looking to engage, grow and enhance the membership services available for all member clubs and facilities, and individual subscribers across squash in Scotland. The post holder will be responsible for delivering all member/subscriber communications and for supporting the membership (clubs & subscribers) to fully utilise the membership services. They will promote the work of the membership; recognising, rewarding and celebrating success across squash in Scotland.

View the full job ad here.

Club Development Officer (Women & Girls) – Part Time

Do you have a passion for inclusion & want to play a key role in creating & developing opportunities for women & girls to participate in sport? Then our Club Development Officer (Women & Girls) role may be the one for you.

The Club Development Officer (Women & Girls) will support clubs across Scotland to grow and sustain the participation of women and girls across squash in Scotland. The post holder will be responsible for the development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of targeted programmes and campaigns aimed at supporting women and girls to thrive in whatever capacity they wish throughout squash in Scotland.

View the full job ad here

How to Apply

Head to the Scottish Squash website to download the application form and apply – link here. You’ll also find the full job descriptions and all the info you need there. Applications close Sunday 18th August.

Scottish Squash are keen to point out that interest is expected to be high and the roles may close early if demand is high so don’t delay with your application!

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