Active Row Kent Programme Lead

Organisation: London Youth Rowing
Salary: £20,995 pro rata, depending on experience
Location: Gravesham
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 1 September 2026
Interview date: 7 September 2026
Job Description: This hands-on, relationship-led role sits at the heart of LYR's work in Kent. You'll build strong partnerships with State Secondary Schools around Gravesham, get young people hooked on indoor rowing, take full ownership of the on-water programme, and deliver a lively calendar of events every term.

Salary : £20,995.00 pro rata, depending on experience

Hours: Full-time · 30 hours over 4 days · Mon–Thurs, typically 09:00–17:00

Location: Host schools around Gravesham, Kent, andGravesend Rowing Club plus occasional days visiting other LYR locations

Report to: Bobbie Morgan, Head of Operations and AR Programme Manager

Why LYR?
"London Youth Rowing has been transforming young lives through sport since 2005. Having expanded from London into Leeds, Nottingham, Kent, Bristol, and Reading in recent years, we’re entering an exciting new chapter. We’re looking for talented coaches who are ready to be curious about new ways to inspire, be brave in making a real impact on young people’s physical and mental wellbeing, and be yourself in a supportive, passionate team."

— Matt Rostron, CEO

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The Role:
This hands-on, relationship-led role sits at the heart of LYR's work in Kent. You'll build strong partnerships withState Secondary Schools around Gravesham, get young people hooked on indoor rowing, take full ownership of the on-water programme, and deliver a lively calendar of events every term.

Four Things You'll Own:
1. Build School Relationships and Measure Impact
Develop lasting partnerships with PE teachers, Heads of Department and school leadership. Manage data and assessments for impact reporting

2. Engage Young People
Set up and grow indoor rowing sessions — hooking new participants and keeping them coming back.

3. Manage the On-Water Programme
Own it end-to-end: site checks, location management, and confidently leading on-water sessions. Hosting a weekly Open Club

4. Run Termly Events
Plan and deliver a varied events calendar each term — including a local indoor competition, the National Junior Indoor Rowing Championships, a corporate Life Skills day and an On Water Festival

Day-To-Day Aspects of the Role:
Promote and teach our key LifeSkills everyday be delivering indoor sessions, on water sessions and events
Track participation and impact through live data collection and regular assessments
Promote pathways from school clubs into LYR Open Clubs or other sports communities
Champion inclusivity, supporting all young people to engage, learn new skills and have fun
Support LYR in producing videos, resources and social media content
Work with the LYR team of coaches, supporting each other both remotely and in person
Actively engage in staff meetings and training
Contribute to CPD, sharing knowledge across the coaching team
Keep coaching skills current through ongoing training and qualifications
Represent LYR's values and image positively at all times: #Be Brave #Be Curious #BeYourself

What We are Looking for:
Essential
Experience working with secondary-age young people in an inclusive environment
Experience with account management and/or working with teachers and schools
Coaching experience in rowing or another water sport
Strong communicator, confident with IT, self-motivated and comfortable working remotely
UKCC Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Rowing
Full UK driving licence

Desirable
Other water sports qualifications, specifically kayaking and SUP
RYA Power Boating Level 2 / Safeguarding course (can complete within first 6 months)
Experience co-ordinating events and asset management
This role requires an EnhancedDBS check.
How to apply: Send an email, the subject “ARKent Role”, with the following documents attached to both bmorgan@londonyouthrowing.com and ecoe@londonyouthrowing.com An up-to-date CV (max 1 page), with any career breaks explained Asupporting statement (max 1 page) on why you're a great fit for the role We aim to acknowledge applications within 24 hours — call 0203 434 0990 if you haven't heard back. More Information Thank you for taking the time to read this job information pack, we hope that you have found it useful. If you are interested in applying and have questions about the role you would like to ask first, please send an email to info@londonyouthrowing.com with the job title/organisation in the subject line and we will get back to you.

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Active Row Kent Programme Lead