Paralympic Programme Coach

Organisation: British Mountaineering Council
Salary: £12,600 pro rata per annum based on a 0.4 FTE (£31,500 FTE)
Location: BMC Office, 177-179 Burton Road, West Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2BB
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 21 October 2025
Interview date: 30 October 2025
Job Description: The Paralympic Programme Coach will work within the Performance Department to play a key role in the development and support of athletes competing in Paralympic sport classifications.

The purpose of the role is to provide high-quality coaching, guidance, and develop the Paralympic programme for a cohort of athletes aiming for LA28 and beyond. The coach will foster a supportive and athlete-centred environment, building strong relationships with athletes, their personal coaches (where applicable), and the wider performance team to ensure athletes are fully prepared to perform at the highest level.

The BMC is looking for someone with a proven ability to coach and support athletes in a highperformance environment, bringing the passion and commitment needed to help Paralympic climbers achieve their full potential. You will offer strong technical expertise and training-planning knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster an inclusive and supportive training environment. Experience of working collaboratively with athletes, coaches, and support staff is essential, as is the flexibility and problem-solving mindset required at the highest level of performance sport.

Equally, we are seeking someone who demonstrates humility, empathy and integrity and who values the voices of athletes, respects the contributions of others, and consistently acts with honesty and fairness. Above all, we want a coach motivated to inspire, guide, and develop athletes across the Paralympic sport classes, contributing to the long-term success of the programme.

Whilst previous experience of working with para-athletes would be beneficial, a coach with an open, curious, and adaptable approach, combined with high-performance coaching experience, will be
able to step into the space and coach effectively.

Please read our recruitment pack in full https://media-cdn.cortextech.io/dc832e66-7085-4b21-b988-f7cabb55ba82.pdf
How to apply: Candidates wishing to apply should submit the following information to recruitment@thebmc.co.uk An up-to-date CV that includes details of key achievements and responsibilities. A covering letter which fully addresses the competencies outlined in the person specification. Diversity is valued within our team. More than just encouraging your application, we're committed to conscious inclusion that (we hope) cultivates an ethos of belonging, connection, and shared purpose. It’s this philosophy that drove us to shape our values and behaviours and we open our doors to those who share those values. The BMC has a legal responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, if you are made an offer of employment, this will be subject to the BMC verifying that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work.