Club and Coach Development Officer

Position overview Triathlon Scotland is looking to recruit a full-time Club & Coach Development Officer to lead the development of clubs, coaches and the wider workforce across in Triathlon, supporting the delivery of Triathlon Scotland's vision of creating a vibrant multisport community where everyone belongs. The role will strengthen clubs and communities, support a skilled and connected workforce, and create welcoming, safe and inclusive environments where people can thrive with a sense of belonging, purpose and pride. Reports to: Head of Development Key responsibilities Club Development

• Connect and support clubs and communities to shape their future development, share learning, coordinate activity and address common challenges.
• Support strong, connected and collaborative club and community networks that increase opportunities for participation and development across Scotland.
• Work with clubs and communities to promote membership with Triathlon Scotland, inspiring more people to participate, connect and belong within a welcoming and inclusive multisport community.
• Support new club formation.
• Support clubs and communities to achieve their goals, strengthen sustainability and create thriving environments that provide high quality experiences and opportunities for progression.
• Lead the annual club affiliation process and use insight and data to support clubs to deliver consistently welcoming, safe and high-quality experiences where everyone belongs.
• Build trusted relationships with affiliated clubs, communities and partners to strengthen the triathlon network across Scotland.
• Support club governance, sustainability and member experience.
• Work with British Triathlon, sportscotland and partners. Coach Development
• Lead the development of a skilled, connected and engaged workforce by recruiting, supporting and developing a diverse network of coaches.
• Plan and implement accessible learning, mentoring and development opportunities that enable coaches to grow, develop and enhance participant experiences.
• Support coaches throughout their development journey, ensuring they feel connected, valued and motivated to remain involved in the sport.
• Develop mentoring and peer learning opportunities that build confidence, capability and continuous development.
• Connect coaches,through networks that encourage collaboration, share good practice and improve participant experiences
• Monitor and evaluate Coach Education and Development programme to ensure it is meeting the needs of the coaches and the strategy outcomes.
• Develop resources and workshops supporting modern coaching practice. Safeguarding
• Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion and safe practice remain paramount across all club, coaching and workforce environments. Knowledge & Experience
• Experience of developing thriving clubs, communities or participation programmes.
• Experience of building collaborative networks and partnerships.
• Knowledge of inclusive workforce development practices.
• Understanding of safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusion principles in community sport.
• Experience of designing and evaluating learning and development opportunities.
• Ability to use insight and data to inform planning and decision making.
• Knowledge of understanding the barriers and challenges for coaches to continue their learning.
• Experience of working with workforce
• Experience of providing new and engaging coach development opportunities
• Knowledge of the new Scottish Coaching Certificate (SCC), CIMSPA or equivalent framework
• Understand adult learning & development. The Individual
• Passionate about building a vibrant multisport community where everyone belongs.
• Able to inspire, support and empower others to achieve their goals and thrive.
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal, influencing and networking skills.
• Friendly and approachable with personal integrity and the ability to build trust and respect.
• Resilience, adaptability and determination with the ability to turn plans into meaningful outcomes.
• Proven teamwork, and decision-making skills.
• An ability to engage effectively with a varied workforce, partners and the Triathlon Scotland team.
• Self-aware and critically evaluates own practice.
• Ability to work alone and as a team.
• Committed to creating welcoming, safe and inclusive environments in which everyone feels valued, connected and able to contribute. The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 26 October 2026. You should complete our application form, outlining your suitability for the role and send to hr@triathlonscotland.org. We anticipate interviews will be held week of 2 November 2026 at the University of Stirling. Recruitment pack, application form, advert and large print options can be found here: https://www.triathlonscotland.org/about-us/job-vacancies/ If you would like to have a confidential conversation on any aspects of the role or the recruitment process, you can contact the following: Jude Salmon, Head of Development, Triathlon Scotland judesalmon@triathlonscotland.org Status: Full time, permanent Salary: £30,000 Pension: 6% Holidays: 28 days annual leave, 10 days public holidays Location: Stirling, with travel across Scotland