Posted 18 June, 2026
Head Coach (Throws)
UK Sport
Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11, United Kingdom
Full Time
Reference: 219996303
Full time and open ended
Loughborough University is looking for an experienced Throws Coach to join our track and field team and continue to push athlete development forward.
This role requires in depth Throws coaching knowledge and the ability to lead an inter disciplinary team to develop our student athletes towards their potential. The postholder will oversee the recruitment of athletes, delivery of coaching programmes themselves and through a variety of paid and volunteer coaches and selection to BUCS (British University & College Sport) competitions and other events.
This a rare opportunity to be part of a unique multi-sport performance development environment where innovation and creativity are actively encouraged.
Please note, this role may have future opportunities to work with UK Athletics, in identified areas.
Contact for informal enquiries: Femi Akinsanya, Director of Athletics, on [email protected] or 07925 148271.
Closing date: 19th July 2026
Loughborough University is looking for an experienced Throws Coach to join our track and field team and continue to push athlete development forward.
This role requires in depth Throws coaching knowledge and the ability to lead an inter disciplinary team to develop our student athletes towards their potential. The postholder will oversee the recruitment of athletes, delivery of coaching programmes themselves and through a variety of paid and volunteer coaches and selection to BUCS (British University & College Sport) competitions and other events.
This a rare opportunity to be part of a unique multi-sport performance development environment where innovation and creativity are actively encouraged.
Please note, this role may have future opportunities to work with UK Athletics, in identified areas.
Contact for informal enquiries: Femi Akinsanya, Director of Athletics, on [email protected] or 07925 148271.
Closing date: 19th July 2026
