Volunteer Performance Analyst - England Students Rugby

Organisation: England Students' RFU / SRFU
Salary: Volunteer position
Location: Remote until pre-match camp and match against UKAF Women's Rugby from Monday 6 July until Sunday 12 July - Aldershot Garrison GU11 2BG
Contract type: Volunteer
Closing date: 7 June 2026
Interview date: 12 June 2026
Job Description: About England Students Rugby: England Students Rugby provides a unique platform for talented university rugby players to represent their country. The programme focuses on developing the next generation of rugby talent while supporting their academic pursuits. We foster a high-performance environment built on teamwork, discipline, respect and a passion for the game.
The Opportunity: The SRFU are seeking a committed and proactive Performance Analyst to support the England Students Women’s squad during a week-long residential camp and fixture.
This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a national representative programme, delivering performance analysis within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
The Performance Analyst will lead all aspects of analysis provision across the camp, supporting coaches and players through video capture, coding, and the delivery of clear and practical insights. The role will involve working closely with players from university programmes, supporting their development within an England representative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Training Analysis:
Lead the delivery of analysis support at training sessions, including filming and ensuring footage is accessible to players and staff.
• Match Analysis:
Undertake live and post-match coding, capturing key team and individual performance metrics.
• Video Editing and Content Creation:
Produce timely and relevant video content to support coaching messages and player review.
• Presentation and Feedback:
Create and deliver analysis content in team and unit meetings, providing clear and practical insights to players and coaches.
• Opposition Analysis:
Where required, code and present opposition analysis to support match preparation.
• Collaboration:
Work closely with coaching staff to ensure analysis aligns with key focus areas, including capturing appropriate angles, actions and metrics, and contributing to an integrated team approach.
• Player Development Support:
Support the development of student athletes by providing clear, accessible and constructive feedback within a high-performance learning environment.
• Technical Support:
Provide basic technical support to coaches and staff where required in relation to analysis tools and video.
• Culture and Values:
Act as an ambassador for the programme, promoting and role modelling the core values and contributing positively to an inclusive and collaborative team environment.
What We Offer:
While voluntary, this role offers valuable experience within an England high-performance rugby environment.
• Opportunity to work within a nationally recognised representative programme
• Experience within a fast-paced, camp-based performance setting
• Collaboration with an experienced coaching and support team
• Exposure to representative-level rugby
• Networking opportunities within the RFU and wider rugby community
• Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
• Accommodation and meals during camp
• Official team kit
Skills and Experience:
Essential:
• Experience using Sportscode within a performance analysis environment
• Access to a valid Sportscode licence
• Access to appropriate filming equipment
• Experience in video editing and content creation
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture
Desirable:
• Experience working within rugby or performance sport environments
• Experience supporting a team in a live training and match environment
• Experience delivering analysis to coaches and players
• Experience working within a short camp or tournament setting
• Experience working with female athletes and/or university-level players
How to apply: Full advert here: https://www.englandrugby-unis.com/post/england-students-women-volunteer-opportunities Expression of Interest Please complete the Expression of Interest form. We will then contact applicants directly for an informal conversation. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/dewPKrRwUs Please note: This form will close on Sunday 7 June 2026. The SRFU welcomes volunteers from all backgrounds, communities and experiences. We encourage applications from a diverse range of individuals who will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of England Student players.