Lead Shooting Coach – Wellington College – Vacancy
Wellington College is seeking to appoint a passionate and experienced Lead Shooting Coach to support the strategic delivery of our Target Rifle programme. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and values-led Sports Department, where character, wellbeing, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.
As Lead Shooting Coach, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality coaching across all ability levels, from beginners to county-level athletes. Working closely with the Head of Shooting, you will help shape an inclusive and aspirational environment that nurtures both participation and performance. You will also support the operational management of the Wellington College Target Rifle Club (WCTRC), contributing to the planning and delivery of training, camps, and competitions.
The successful candidate will bring a strong technical background in both smallbore and full-bore disciplines, with recent experience coaching and competing at county level or above. A current civilian range supervisor qualification (NSRA RCO or NRA RSO) is essential, along with a deep understanding of range safety and compliance. Full details of essential experience and qualifications can be found in the job description.
We particularly welcome candidates with experience leading school shooting programmes, military or civilian coaching qualifications, or national-level coaching or competition experience. A willingness to undertake further training such as MIDAS or military driving licences would be advantageous.
At Wellington, sport is more than just competition—it’s a vehicle for personal growth. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to holistic development, who can inspire pupils through expert coaching, and who embodies our core values of Kindness, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, and Courage.
Working on a part time basis for 29 Hours per week and 38 weeks per year, this role requires flexibility, initiative, and a collaborative spirit. You will be part of a high-performing team that supports pupils’ physical, mental, and social development through sport. In return, we offer a supportive and stimulating working environment, outstanding facilities, and a strong commitment to your professional development.
Join us and enjoy a fulfilling career with exceptional benefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth—including generous annual leave, complimentary lunches, professional development opportunities, subsidised gym membership, a generous pension scheme, enhanced family leave, cycle-to-work initiative, free campus parking, tuition fee remission, a health cash plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
Safeguarding and Recruitment Information
Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The College is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent”, unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy early if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Wellington College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds.
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and be able to produce supporting documentation.
Full job description can be found here Lead Shooting Coach Job Description
Published on:
Nov 26, 2025
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