Contract type: Full time (37.5 hours per week), permanent
Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 (dependent on experience)
Reporting to: Head of Performance and Coaching
Closing date: 30th March (noon), with interviews conducted 7th April
Scottish Cycling is the National Governing Body for cycle sport in Scotland. We are the voice of our sport and the largest cycling membership organisation in Scotland, representing the aspirations of our community. Our strategy, Developing a Nation of Cyclists, details our mission, vision and values and outlines how we will deliver activities across our core areas of business.
Working across six different disciplines of cycling, we are committed to developing a nation of cyclists, maximising participation for all and delivering international success. The Performance Team at Scottish Cycling are a friendly and inclusive group.
We are looking forward to receiving applications from people who would like to support young Scottish riders achieve their potential and achieve success on the world stage. As a team, we want to improve cycling opportunities in Scotland, because we know that sport has the power to change lives.
At the heart of recruitment for this position is finding the right person. If you are unsure if your experience fits, then please get in touch. We would be delighted to speak to you. Job Purpose This post will have a role working across Scottish Cycling pathway programmes and will be central in supporting Scottish Cycling to positively impact the quantity and quality of riders progressing through Scottish Cycling’s performance pathway by supporting the development and maintenance of a performance pathway that identifies, nurtures and develops riders who have the potential to win medals at the Olympic & Paralympic Games and major senior Championships.
You will play a pivotal role in our team, working closely with our Head of Performance and Coaching and National Coaches, creating and supporting the implementation of discipline specific youth development plans that support Olympic and Paralympic success.
The successful post holder will be a key link with partners within the MTB XCO community including riders, parents, coaches, clubs, and race teams. We are looking for a forward-thinking and hard-working individual who will bring enthusiasm to their role, using their skills and experience to continuously evolve and innovate our performance pathway.