Head of Rugby (Community)

• Jan 2022 - Present

Attack Coach

• Jun 2019 - Present

As part of my role at Cardiff Met I am in charge of managing and coaching players that have the capability and/or potential to play in the performance end of the rugby club (BUCS SR).

Cardiff Met RFC Youth Attack Coach

• Aug 2018 - May 2019

Welsh Cup Winners

Rugby Hub Officer

• Jan 2018 - Present

􏰀 Assist the Director of Rugby and the academic teaching team in the efficient, effective and economic delivery of the rugby union coach education programme delivered to students. 􏰀 To plan, development, promote and manage the deployment of internal and community based rugby union student placements at levels 5, 6 and 7 of the academic programme. 􏰀 To ensure that the service provided is operated at all times in accordance with all current legislation and statutory requirements. 􏰀… Show more 􏰀 Assist the Director of Rugby and the academic teaching team in the efficient, effective and economic delivery of the rugby union coach education programme delivered to students. 􏰀 To plan, development, promote and manage the deployment of internal and community based rugby union student placements at levels 5, 6 and 7 of the academic programme. 􏰀 To ensure that the service provided is operated at all times in accordance with all current legislation and statutory requirements. 􏰀 To work in partnership with WRU and Sport Cardiff to design, promote and deliver a programme of development to influence engagement in rugby in the community. 􏰀 To assist in the coordination, the annual recruitment, mentoring and assessment of rugby volunteer coaches for deployment into the community. 􏰀 In collaboration with Director of Rugby to assist in the organisation, coaching and management of the Student Union Fresher’s rugby programme Show less 􏰀 Assist the Director of Rugby and the academic teaching team in the efficient, effective and economic delivery of the rugby union coach education programme delivered to students. 􏰀 To plan, development, promote and manage the deployment of internal and community based rugby union student placements at levels 5, 6 and 7 of the academic programme. 􏰀 To ensure that the service provided is operated at all times in accordance with all current legislation and statutory requirements. 􏰀… Show more 􏰀 Assist the Director of Rugby and the academic teaching team in the efficient, effective and economic delivery of the rugby union coach education programme delivered to students. 􏰀 To plan, development, promote and manage the deployment of internal and community based rugby union student placements at levels 5, 6 and 7 of the academic programme. 􏰀 To ensure that the service provided is operated at all times in accordance with all current legislation and statutory requirements. 􏰀 To work in partnership with WRU and Sport Cardiff to design, promote and deliver a programme of development to influence engagement in rugby in the community. 􏰀 To assist in the coordination, the annual recruitment, mentoring and assessment of rugby volunteer coaches for deployment into the community. 􏰀 In collaboration with Director of Rugby to assist in the organisation, coaching and management of the Student Union Fresher’s rugby programme Show less

Director of Rugby

• Feb 2017 - Sep 2017

The Director of Rugby is a member of the Executive committee and is responsible to the exec committee for the playing structure of the club. The primary responsibility is to ensure that the playing policy of the club is implemented and that the coaching system is effective. The Director of Rugby is a member of the Executive committee and is responsible to the exec committee for the playing structure of the club. The primary responsibility is to ensure that the playing policy of the club is implemented and that the coaching system is effective.

RFU All Schools Sport Coach

• Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

Rugby Hub Officer

• Jan 2014 - Jul 2016

Wales Women - Defence Coach

• Jan 2016 - May 2016

To support the Head Coach in the planning and delivery an effective training programme to prepare players for international rugby. To develop and implement an effective defensive strategy, which compliments the strengths of the playing group. To liaise and work alongside other coaching, technical, medical and strength and conditioning staff to ensure all aspects of team fitness, selection and administration are managed appropriately and within acknowledged time… Show more To support the Head Coach in the planning and delivery an effective training programme to prepare players for international rugby. To develop and implement an effective defensive strategy, which compliments the strengths of the playing group. To liaise and work alongside other coaching, technical, medical and strength and conditioning staff to ensure all aspects of team fitness, selection and administration are managed appropriately and within acknowledged time constraints. To support the Head Coach to establish, develop and deliver on training and playing strategies for the team that will achieve the agreed levels of success. Within your area of expertise, ensure that every player receives appropriate coaching at team and individual levels to support their continued development. To assist support the Head Coach in generating and maintaining a culture of on and off field discipline and professionalism as set down in the Code of Conduct to support performance success. To use video analysis to monitor individual and team effectiveness in order to provide feedback to players and the Head Coach. To input into team selection.

Owner / Director

• Sep 2013 - May 2015

Our programme has been designed to develop your child’s physical, psychological and social attributes, as well as gently encouraging rugby specific skills such as running with the ball, finding space, kicking, catching, scoring a try and much more. The success, popularity and growth of Rugbytots across the UK demonstrates the quality of our programme and the coaches who work so hard to consistently deliver. It is therefore no surprise to find that we are the most established, fastest… Show more Our programme has been designed to develop your child’s physical, psychological and social attributes, as well as gently encouraging rugby specific skills such as running with the ball, finding space, kicking, catching, scoring a try and much more. The success, popularity and growth of Rugbytots across the UK demonstrates the quality of our programme and the coaches who work so hard to consistently deliver. It is therefore no surprise to find that we are the most established, fastest growing and most innovative Rugby play programme for children aged 2-7. Show less Our programme has been designed to develop your child’s physical, psychological and social attributes, as well as gently encouraging rugby specific skills such as running with the ball, finding space, kicking, catching, scoring a try and much more. The success, popularity and growth of Rugbytots across the UK demonstrates the quality of our programme and the coaches who work so hard to consistently deliver. It is therefore no surprise to find that we are the most established, fastest… Show more Our programme has been designed to develop your child’s physical, psychological and social attributes, as well as gently encouraging rugby specific skills such as running with the ball, finding space, kicking, catching, scoring a try and much more. The success, popularity and growth of Rugbytots across the UK demonstrates the quality of our programme and the coaches who work so hard to consistently deliver. It is therefore no surprise to find that we are the most established, fastest growing and most innovative Rugby play programme for children aged 2-7. Show less

PE Cover Teacher

• Feb 2013 - Sep 2013

* Teach primary-age children the PE curriculum, including dance and gymnastics. * Prepare and deliver lessons covering the needs of all abilities in the class. * Positively manage behaviour. * Give each child the chance to progress by providing high quality teaching & development. * Deliver outstanding customer service. * Teach primary-age children the PE curriculum, including dance and gymnastics. * Prepare and deliver lessons covering the needs of all abilities in the class. * Positively manage behaviour. * Give each child the chance to progress by providing high quality teaching & development. * Deliver outstanding customer service.

Learning Support Assistant

• Sep 2012 - Feb 2013

To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support needs relevant to the school 2. To develop an understanding of the specific needs of pupils to be supported 3. To aid the pupil/s to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom. For example: Clarifying and explaining instructions Ensuring the pupil is able to use necessary equipment Motivating and encouraging the pupil/s… Show more To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support needs relevant to the school 2. To develop an understanding of the specific needs of pupils to be supported 3. To aid the pupil/s to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom. For example: Clarifying and explaining instructions Ensuring the pupil is able to use necessary equipment Motivating and encouraging the pupil/s Assisting in areas of specific weakness, such as speech and language or writing tasks Helping pupil/s to concentrate on and finish work set Attending to pupils’ personal and health needs Developing appropriate resources to support the pupil/s Assisting in the management of pupils’ social interactions and behaviour 4. To establish a supportive relationship with the pupil/s concerned 5. To establish acceptance and inclusion of the pupil/s in the classroom 6. To manage pupil/s as advised by the SENCo and class teacher 7. To use methods of promoting / reinforcing the pupils’ self esteem 8. To ensure the safety of the pupil/s while in your care 9. To carry out any specific duties as outlined in the pupil/s Individual Educational Plan [IEP] B. Supporting the SENCo and Class Teacher 1. To assist the SENCo to develop a suitable programme of support and then carry out the programme, within the classroom or in a withdrawal situation 2. To maintain the SEN team’s system of recording and monitoring of pupils’ progress 3. To provide feedback about pupils’ difficulties and/ or progress to the SENCo and Class teacher 4. To write reports about the pupil/s’ progress as requested by the SENCo 5. To participate in the evaluation of the support programme, with the SENCo and class teacher 6. To help adapt/ find differentiated materials to enable pupil/s to access the class curriculum 7. To report any problems about arrangements or any incidents to the SENCo, or if unavailable, to the class teacher Show less To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support needs relevant to the school 2. To develop an understanding of the specific needs of pupils to be supported 3. To aid the pupil/s to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom. For example: Clarifying and explaining instructions Ensuring the pupil is able to use necessary equipment Motivating and encouraging the pupil/s… Show more To develop a knowledge of a range of learning support needs relevant to the school 2. To develop an understanding of the specific needs of pupils to be supported 3. To aid the pupil/s to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom. For example: Clarifying and explaining instructions Ensuring the pupil is able to use necessary equipment Motivating and encouraging the pupil/s Assisting in areas of specific weakness, such as speech and language or writing tasks Helping pupil/s to concentrate on and finish work set Attending to pupils’ personal and health needs Developing appropriate resources to support the pupil/s Assisting in the management of pupils’ social interactions and behaviour 4. To establish a supportive relationship with the pupil/s concerned 5. To establish acceptance and inclusion of the pupil/s in the classroom 6. To manage pupil/s as advised by the SENCo and class teacher 7. To use methods of promoting / reinforcing the pupils’ self esteem 8. To ensure the safety of the pupil/s while in your care 9. To carry out any specific duties as outlined in the pupil/s Individual Educational Plan [IEP] B. Supporting the SENCo and Class Teacher 1. To assist the SENCo to develop a suitable programme of support and then carry out the programme, within the classroom or in a withdrawal situation 2. To maintain the SEN team’s system of recording and monitoring of pupils’ progress 3. To provide feedback about pupils’ difficulties and/ or progress to the SENCo and Class teacher 4. To write reports about the pupil/s’ progress as requested by the SENCo 5. To participate in the evaluation of the support programme, with the SENCo and class teacher 6. To help adapt/ find differentiated materials to enable pupil/s to access the class curriculum 7. To report any problems about arrangements or any incidents to the SENCo, or if unavailable, to the class teacher Show less