Jay O'Beirne
Ilfracombe,DEVON
Summary
Highly skilled ambitious and passionate certified rugby coach with extensive expertise in game strategy development, pressure handling, and resilience building. Adept at providing constructive feedback, mastering tackling techniques, and facilitating team bonding. Proficient in injury management, nutritional guidance for athletes, strength and conditioning, cardiovascular fitness training. Committed to upholding ethical standards and fostering a positive attitude among players. Career goal: To leverage comprehensive knowledge of sports science and coaching to develop elite rugby players and teams.
Driven professional with keen ability to mentor and inspire. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, combined with deep understanding of team dynamics. Committed to fostering talented individuals and enhancing performance on and off field.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Rugby Coach
Ilfracombe Rugby Club
Ilfracombe, Devon
02.2023 - Current
- Taught advanced rugby techniques, resulting in more versatile gameplay from players.
- Scheduled away games carefully, promoting a balanced workload for players whilst maintaining competitive edge.
- Handled administrative duties efficiently, ensuring smooth operation of club activities.
- Improved overall field strategy due to thorough analysis of opposing teams' game patterns.
- Scouted promising talent regularly; enriched the pool of potential future team members.
- Developed stronger teamwork within squad by conducting regular team-building exercises.
- Designed and implemented customised training regimens for improved performance on the field.
- Adjusted coaching style according to changing needs of the team, maximising adaptability and flexibility.
- Nurtured talent through focused mentoring, enhancing player potential significantly over time.
- Encouraged team unity for improved performance on the field.
- Prioritised safety during all training sessions by enforcing strict adherence to guidelines and procedures.
- Tailored training methods according to individual capabilities, ensuring optimised learning outcomes for each player.
- Built confidence of players by offering individual praise and recognising progress and achievements.
- Promoted safety and welfare of young children by following safeguarding principles.
- Planned and led training sessions to motivate players and improve gameplay.
- Negotiated sponsorship deals successfully; gained substantial support for the club's endeavours.
- Implemented new fitness routines to ensure optimal physical condition of all players.
- Increased player performance by developing comprehensive training programmes.
- Fostered a positive environment for player growth and success through encouraging communication and mutual respect.
- Organised fundraising events, contributing significantly to the club's financial sustainability.
- Instilled sense of commitment, drive and responsibility in young people.
- Delivered lessons with enthusiasm and positivity to inspire students to consistently achieve.
- Cultivated inclusive environments with zero-tolerance on bullying to promote interaction.
- Maintained safe training environments for minimised risk of injury.
- Coached young individuals to refine specific techniques and enhance confidence.
Head Coach Rugby
Ilfracombe Rugby Club
Ilfracombe, Devon
02.2022 - Current
- Established strong relationships with sporting bodies and clubs for enhancing networking opportunities.
- Organised a regular schedule of games and practices for optimal preparation.
- Created comprehensive playbooks, aiding in strategic development of the team's game plan.
- Enhanced player skills with rigorous practice drills.
- Managed all aspects of team administration to maintain seamless operations during match days and training sessions.
- Fostered a positive environment, resulting in higher morale amongst the team.
- Conducted training sessions for improved performance.
- Delivered motivational speeches to inspire peak performance from athletes.
- Monitored player fitness levels with regular physical assessments, ensuring optimal health and performance.
- Devised individual plans for players catering their specific needs and strengths.
- Implemented game strategies, achieving tactical superiority over opposing teams.
- Provided guidance to players, leading to increased confidence.
- Developed team cohesion by implementing effective communication strategies.
- Coordinated travel arrangements to ensure smooth logistics for away games.
- Planned and led training sessions to motivate players and improve gameplay.
- Promoted safety and welfare of young children by following safeguarding principles.
- Adapted coaching style depending on needs and abilities of different teams and individuals.
- Instilled sense of commitment, drive and responsibility in young people.
- Reviewed match footage for identifying areas of improvement in game strategy.
- Streamlined coaching programmes, making them more effective and productive.
- Scouted talent at youth level bringing promising athletes into the fold.
- Attended professional development courses continually updating coaching knowledge.
- Nourished strong relationships with participants, parents, coaching team and committee.
- Represented the team in meetings, conferences and community engagements.
- Demonstrated commitment to athletes' academic success, providing mentorship and support.
- Managed budgets and operations to reach targets, optimise services and improve satisfaction.
- Administered first aid, responded to emergencies and reported incidents properly.
- Adapted coaching and leadership styles to suit individual needs for maximised athlete engagement.
- Maintained safe training environments for minimised risk of injury.
Carpenter and Joiner
Jay O'Beirne Carpentry and Property Maintenance
Ilfracombe, Devon
04.2020 - Current
- Installed doors, windows, floorings effectively resulting in sturdy structures.
- Ensured safety at all times whilst using cutting-edge equipment and tools.
- Provided cost estimates promptly to facilitate swift project commencement.
- Achieved customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality carpentry and joinery services.
- Fit range of first fixings, second fixings and formwork.
- Used knowledge of different types of wood to choose correct material for specific jobs.
- Adhered to safety regulations for consistent compliance with UK requirements.
School Caretaker/Maintenance Technician
Ilfracombe Infants School/Goodleigh School
Ilfracombe /Barnstaple, Devon
01.2014 - 03.2020
- Prepared school facilities for special activities or events; facilitated seamless execution.
- Assisted in setup and takedown of school events for smooth operations.
- Monitored CCTV systems regularly to ensure student safety.
- Painted walls, fixed broken windows to maintain aesthetically pleasing environment.
- Collaborated closely with teaching staff for classroom arrangement needs.
- Performed minor repairs on furniture, school equipment to prolong usage life.
- Liaised with contractors for major repair works, ensured job completion on time.
- Secured positive environment by promptly addressing maintenance issues.
- Responded quickly to emergencies or unexpected situations to minimise disruption.
- Undertook general handyman duties as required for hassle-free school operations.
- Monitored building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours; safeguarded property against damage or theft.
- Prevented accidents and falls by removing obstructions from entrances, steps and access pathways.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties, paying close attention to site security at all times.
Restaurant & bar manager
Emperors Court
Ilfracombe, Devon
05.2008 - 09.2013
- Streamlined operations to reduce wait times during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with licensing laws pertaining to alcohol sales.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff effectively managing service flow during peak hours.
- Handled cash transactions, ensuring accurate bookkeeping at all times.
- Tracked inventory levels to prevent shortages of key supplies or ingredients.
- Trained new staff members effectively resulting in quicker acclimation to job roles.
- Boosted staff morale with regular team-building activities.
- Implemented health and safety regulations compliant with British laws and regulations.
- Managed staffing rosters, ensuring optimal coverage during busy periods.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff on best bar practices, maintaining highly efficient service teams.
Army Lance Corporal
Armed Forces
Catterick, North Yorkshire
09.2002 - 04.2008
- Performed reconnaissance activities, providing vital information for strategic planning.
- Maintained high levels of discipline by enforcing strict adherence to military codes.
- Participated in community outreach programmes whilst off-duty, fostering good civil-military relations.
- Oversaw the distribution of supplies during field operations, ensuring resources were adequately utilised.
- Provided tactical guidance for successful mission completion.
- Trained recruits in weapon handling and maintenance, reducing incidents of equipment malfunction.
- Improved team morale with effective communication and leadership skills.
- Facilitated first aid training sessions to increase survival rates during combat situations.
- Executed detailed briefings before missions for clear understanding of objectives among troops.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
- Participated in peacekeeping missions abroad, fostering international relations.
- Coordinated squad training exercises to ensure readiness for deployment.
- Demonstrated proven military drill, weaponry and combat techniques, leading by example in mentoring junior officers.
- Led teams of motivated soldiers in successful battle operations, rescue and aid missions and search and intelligence missions.
Education
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science. BTEC Sport, Geography, DT
Ilfracombe Academy
Ilfracombe 09.1997 - 06.2000
City and Guilds Level 1 and 2 Site Carpentry - Carpentry
Petroc College
Barnstaple, Devon 09.2012 - 05.2014
Skills
- Tactical understanding
- Decision-Making efficiency
- Game strategy development
- Sports science understanding
- Match preparation expertise
- Cardiovascular fitness training
- Player confidence building
- Leadership proficiency
- Strength and conditioning coaching
- Team building expertise
- Fundraising capabilities
- Parents communication
- Performance analysis
- Safeguarding children
Certification
Rugby Football Union Qualifications:
Introduction to Safeguarding 21/11/2024
Headcase Concussion Awareness Training 11/09/2024
Scrum Factory
Rugby Ready
Level 2 Coaching
CPD Coaching Defence
Accomplishments
Played Rugby whist in the Army from 18 years of age.
Played for Ilfracombe 1st Team for 25 years.
Head coach at Ilfracombe for 3 years.
Youth Coach at Ilfracombe for 2 years
Adult Training Sessions twice weekly.
Adult Games every Saturday.
Youth Training/Games every Sunday.
Longest serving committee Member of Ilfracombe Rugby Club.
Timeline
Youth Rugby Coach
Ilfracombe Rugby Club
02.2023 - Current
Head Coach Rugby
Ilfracombe Rugby Club
02.2022 - Current
Carpenter and Joiner
Jay O'Beirne Carpentry and Property Maintenance
04.2020 - Current
School Caretaker/Maintenance Technician
Ilfracombe Infants School/Goodleigh School
01.2014 - 03.2020
City and Guilds Level 1 and 2 Site Carpentry - Carpentry
Petroc College
09.2012 - 05.2014
Restaurant & bar manager
Emperors Court
05.2008 - 09.2013
Army Lance Corporal
Armed Forces
09.2002 - 04.2008
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science. BTEC Sport, Geography, DT
Ilfracombe Academy
09.1997 - 06.2000
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