The role:

• Lead the delivery of qualification standardisation: Conduct in-person and remote assessments to ensure the quality of paddlesport coaching and instruction.
• Bring your expertise: Be an experienced British Canoeing Awarding Body tutor/assessor with additional knowledge in areas like clubs, access, environment, EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion), and sports development. Experience in the commercial paddlesport sector and safeguarding in sport is a plus.
• Collaborate and empower: Work alongside staff, volunteers, and other development managers to grow the sport and membership, aligning with our Strategic Plan.
• Support and connect: Lead the British Canoeing Delivery Partner scheme in Scotland, supporting over 30 businesses in making paddlesport accessible to all.
• Communication is key: Be an excellent communicator who can create clear, engaging information for various audiences through different channels.
• Thrive in a team environment: Be a positive and enthusiastic team player, highly organised, and adept at handling a demanding workload.

The SCA: As the Governing Body for paddlesport in Scotland, the SCA is responsible for the development, regulation and administration of all aspects of this diverse sport. We pride ourselves on being well run and extremely innovative, doing all this through effective teamwork between our volunteers, staff, board, course providers and clubs. We are committed to leveraging technology and strategic partnerships to change lives through paddlesport.

Flexible working: This is a full-time (37 hours/week) position, and we are open to discussing flexible and part-time options.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Read the Person Specification and Role Description before applying. For an informal discussion, contact Andy Murray, the SCA Chief Operating Officer andy.murray@canoescotland.org 

Closing Date: Monday 18th March 2024 at 0900hrs

First Interviews: 21st March online (candidates invited to interview notified by 1700 on Tuesday 19th

Second Interviews: 26th March online

Start Date: Spring 2024 - exact date to be mutually agreed 

Salary: Circa £32k + 5% pension

The SCA is committed to selecting staff solely on the basis of their ability to do the job for which they are being recruited, and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Applications are especially welcome from individuals within groups currently under-represented within the SCA staff, such as women, disabled people and those from black and minority ethnic communities. 

The SCA is a proud partner of sportscotland.