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Head of Workforce
British Triathlon
The British Triathlon Federation is the national governing body for triathlon, duathlon and associated multisport in Great Britain. It administers triathlon in England, Scotland, Wales, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
Job Posted- 9 Jan 2025
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 29 Jan 2025
British Triathlon and Triathlon England are looking to recruit a Head of Workforce to lead the ongoing development and implementation of our Education and Learning Framework for our network of Coaches, Activators, Leaders and Officials across swim, bike, run and triathlon throughout England and Britain.
We are looking for a dynamic, driven, and commercially astute leader who can deliver our strategic goals and, critically, work in a collaborative leadership structure with other work area leaders to take a holistic approach to the strategic development of swim, bike, run and triathlon in England. You will be part of a committed team at the heart of this fast-growing sport, with the opportunity to be part of some truly iconic sporting moments.
The successful candidate will have experience in leading and managing education and learning provision within the sport sector, and possess a solid understanding of workforce compliance standards.
Knowledge of learning management systems and the principles of a high-quality blended learning offer are also crucial. You will need a strong working knowledge of multiple aspects of the sport and physical activity development sector, from participation and tackling inequalities to clubs and membership; understanding the role workforce development and education plays in this holistic environment. This is a challenging role, at the forefront of our development effort, and one which will have a significant impact for our stakeholder landscape and members and participants alike.
British Triathlon is one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking National Governing Bodies of sport in the UK. We have an aspirational and exciting development strategy for England (www.britishtriathlon.org/the-big-active) and we need an exceptional education, learning and sport development professional to join us in this critical role to help us achieve our goals.
This hybrid role will be based at the British Triathlon headquarters located at Sportpark, Loughborough where our team work from the office two days per week, on average, providing a fun and collaborative environment. The role includes scope for regular home working, as well as requiring evening and weekend working and domestic travel.
British Triathlon offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, enhanced with a flexible holiday buying scheme.
• A commitment to colleague development, with weekly time ringfenced for personal and collaborative learning and development.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, & Adoption Pay
• 2 days paid volunteer leave.
• Free and accessible parking outside the Loughborough head office and secure covered bike storage.
• Pension scheme, life assurance scheme, and private medical insurance to care for you and your loved ones.
• Support for a healthy lifestyle, including discounted gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.
How to Apply
Please click “Apply Now” to send an email to British Triathlon with your CV and a covering letter (or another format if you prefer) explaining why you feel you are suitable for the role.