Stephen Jenkins
Alton,Hampshire
Summary
Adaptable and creative individual committed to inspiring and motivating sportspeople through successful team-building strategies. Focuses on instilling sense of commitment, drive and responsibility in players. Skilled at developing trusted rapport with teams and individuals to understand strengths, weaknesses and motivations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Chair
Alton Rugby Football Club Ltd
Alton, Hampshire
06.2022 - Current
- Guided the Executive Committee of club in setting long-term goals to ensure Club's growth.
- Chaired meetings resulting in strategic alignment across Club (Seniors/Age Grade/Veterans).
- Gave direction and drive towards mission to be best rugby experience in Hampshire
Coach/Referee Educator/Developer
Rugby Football Union
Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames
04.2013 - Current
- Maintained safe training environments for minimised risk of injury.
- Identified individual strengths and weaknesses, adapting training programmes to suit.
- Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals.
- Supported smooth running of events by arriving on-time and well-equipped.
- Adjusted coaching style according to changing needs of the attendees, maximising adaptability and flexibility.
- Conducted performance evaluations regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Cultivated inclusive environments with zero-tolerance on bullying to promote interaction.
- Created individual development plans to address specific areas of improvement for each Coach/Referee.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Willingness to learn
- Calm under pressure
- Leadership
- Team leadership and motivation
Certification
Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union - November 2006
Entry Level Referee Award - August 2008
Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union - June 2009
RFU Rugby Educator Course - February 2012
RFU Mentoring Award - August 2021
England Rugby Leaders course - 2023
Up to date for Tackle Safe, Headcase and Introduction to safeguarding online testing.
Languages
English
Native
French
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chair
Alton Rugby Football Club Ltd
06.2022 - Current
Coach/Referee Educator/Developer
Rugby Football Union
04.2013 - Current
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