GBT COACH

Organisation: GB Taekwondo trading as SPORT TAEKWONDO UK LIMITED
Salary: £30k-£35k pa (+ Potential for additional earnings outside contracted working hours)
Location: London
Contract type: (Full time)
Closing date: 22 October 2025
Interview date: 4 November 2025
Job Description: GB Taekwondo are establishing a number of satellite centres to create a sustainable connection between our National Performance Programmes (the ‘World Class Programme’) and local communities. These centres will have four main aims:
Raising the standards of talent in Olympic and Paralympic Taekwondo
Breaking down barriers to the Olympic and Paralympic pathway for those struggling to access existing opportunities
Connecting and adding value to existing sport pathways
Building a community that are passionate about realising the potential of young people
GB Taekwondo intends to establish 3-5 sites over the next 8 years and are starting in London.
The GBT Coach will be instrumental in bringing this new initiative to life. The successful candidate will operate from a dedicated Taekwondo centre and will play a key role in shaping the development of the centre, the programme of coaching, invitational sessions, initiatives and events.
We’re looking for a motivated and dedicated coach who is passionate about realising the potential of young people, knowledgeable about athlete development and able to build a community to support their work. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, able to operate independently, open minded, entrepreneurial, able to listen and build trust. The coach will drawing on the support of the GB Taekwondo leadership team and High-Performance Coaches, to build a close connection between the centre and the National Performance Programmes. The GBT Coach will be responsible for establishing and coaching at a new satellite site in London, to develop the next generation of Olympic and Paralympic Taekwondo talent, break down barriers to progression for young athletes unable to access the sport and build a connection between the National Performance Programmes and existing sport pathways.
Key Responsibilities
Inspire and support athletes with Paralympic and Olympic potential, including:
Set clear objectives for athlete progression
Deliver training and sparring that stretches performance
Collaborate with the Manchester based coaching team to align coaching
Debrief performances and training to identify areas for improvement
Deliver ~30 hours/week of coaching, from taster sessions to advanced training
Recruit athletes through school, outreach and community engagement
Support athletes in competition
Organise test match development opportunities and fight-night events
Ensure the centre operates in line with GBT values and standards
Lead and coordinate a small team of sessional coaches
Working with the Head of Athlete Development, develop, implement and evolve a training syllabus aligned with technical, tactical, physical, and emotional development goals of GBT Performance Programmes
Collaborate with local clubs to engage athletes and instructors
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all users
Set standards and create a positive, and respectful training culture
Respond to opportunities to grow and sustain the centre
Role location
Based at GBT’s ‘Hub’ location in London
Involves evening work and includes regular weekends
Will require travel to competition
Will require regular travel to Manchester to connect with the National Team
May require the coach to undertake an initial induction period in Manchester.
Minimum requirements
Coached athletes to international competitive level, and or competed as a senior international athlete
Eligibility to coach (i.e. holds a coaching qualification or equivalent)
1st Dan (Kyorugi Taekwondo)
Other qualities
Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
Excellent organisation skills and time management
Proactive and a good problem solver
Collaborative, engaging and respectful of others
Open, willing to learn and develop
Relevant experience
Proven track record in the sport as a coach and or athlete at a significant international level.
Established and or developed a club environment
Instructed / coached across a range of age groups and abilities
Managed sessional coach or has developed others as part of a team
Experience of communication with athletes, parents and carers, customers and partners
Experience of growing a healthy and inclusive sport culture
Education background
Evidence of study in coaching, sport science, or relatable subjects. Whilst a specific type or level of qualification is not an essential requirement candidates will be expected to show an advanced level of subject knowledge. Candidates should have a good command of the language, the ability to document and communicate effectively as well as good administration skills.
How to apply: Your CV detailing relevant experience and qualification. This must list your address (where you are currently living), it must include contact details (mobile / email) as well as highlight your experience of coaching, current and previous positions, educational background and how your experiences and qualities match the job description. CV structure and tips. A video no longer than 5 mins answering the questions below: Why you are applying for the role? What you will bring to the role? Why you want to work for GBT? The video need not be of a high quality or professionally shot; however, we must be able to see and hear you clearly. The video should be no more than 5 mins. Applications are open to overseas candidates, however within your video and or CV, you must state whether you have the right to work in the UK. Should need more information about the role please contact the Head of Athlete Development :- Ruebyn.Richards@gbtaekwondo.co.uk. How to submit your application: When you have prepared your CV and video you will need to submit these using the following link: GBT Coach Role (London) 2025. To upload a file via a Laptop click the above hyperlink: All you need to do is attach your files via the blue button entitled ’select files’. You can add multiple files. You will then be asked to add your name and surname before you submit the upload. You’ll see a confirmation message when it’s successfully sent. To upload your video via a mobile device. All you need to do is attach your files via the blue button entitled ’select files’. You can add multiple files. You’ll be prompted to: o Choose from your phone’s photo gallery o Browse files stored on your device o Use your camera to take record the video You will then be asked to add your name and surname before you submit the upload. You’ll see a confirmation message when it’s successfully sent. Whether you are uploading from a phone, tablet, or laptop, you can select any file stored locally or in your cloud apps (like Google Drive or Dropbox, if integrated).