World Class Performance Programme Looking to Recruit

Following a recent restructure in British Judo’s World Class Performance Programme, the team are recruiting for three exciting positions to help the team on the path to the Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028.

We are looking to appoint a Performance Manager, a GB Home Nations Coach and an Olympic Programme Coach with all positions now live and accepting applications.

As a result of the recent restructure and review following the Paris cycle, Nigel Donohue has left his position as Performance Director (PD), with Kate Howey MBE stepping in on an interim basis to guide the team until a permanent PD is appointed.

Ian Johns will continue in his role as Head Paralympic Coach, while Jamie Johnson, Colin Oates (both focussing on the senior LA programme) and Simon Moss (focussing on the Olympic Potential Programme) have been appointed as Olympic Programme Coaches.

Tim Ellis has been appointed in a new role as the Performance Pathway and Operations Director and will oversee the new Performance Manager and GB Home Nations Coach.

Olympic Programme Coach

Reports to:
Performance Director

Directly Responsibility: 
N/A

Location:
British Judo Head Office & British Judo National Training Centre, Walsall
(With significant domestic and international travel – up to 150 days/year)

Salary:
Competitive

British Judo is seeking a high-performing Olympic Programme Coach to help deliver its World Class Performance Programme (WCPP) for Olympic athletes. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of international judo, supporting the development of medal-winning athletes on the world stage.

As part of the World Class Programme Coaching Team, you will help drive Olympic Potential Programme delivery, working closely with coaches, athletes, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve success at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver British Judo’s Olympic performance strategy alongside the WCPP coaching team.
• Lead the coaching and development of Olympic Potential Programme athletes.
• Design and oversee Individual Athlete Plans (IAPs) through a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Provide technical and tactical coaching to athletes preparing for Olympic qualification.
• Collaborate with Home Nation and club coaches to ensure alignment across the performance pathway.
• Use data insights to inform coaching decisions and track athlete progression.

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Performance Manager

Reports to:
Performance Pathway & Operations Director

Directly Responsibility: 
N/A

Location:
British Judo Head Office & British Judo National Training Centre, Walsall
(With occasional domestic travel)

Salary:
Competitive

British Judo is seeking a proactive and organised Performance Manager to lead the operational delivery of our performance projects and support the success of our Performance Pathway & Operations team. This is a key role where your expertise in logistics, administration, and data management will directly impact the progression of athletes and the effectiveness of our high-performance programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day performance operations and ensure alignment with British Judo’s strategy and funding partner requirements (UK Sport & Sport England).
• Manage logistics, data processes, and key programmes such as DiSE (Diploma in Sporting Excellence), TASS (Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme), and Sports Aid.
• Work closely with coaches and stakeholders to ensure athletes receive world-class operational support.
• Lead induction processes for new athletes entering the GB World Class Performance Programme (WCPP).
• Analyse and present performance data to inform decision-making and programme improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, anti-doping, and other key policies.

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GB Home Nations Coach

Reports to:
Performance Pathway & Operations Director

Directly Responsibility: 
England Head Coach, England Coach, Apprentice Coach.

Location:
British Judo Head Office & British Judo National Training Centre, Walsall
(With regular travel nationally and occasionally internationally)

Salary:
Competitive

Are you passionate about developing athletes and coaches to achieve national and international success? British Judo is seeking a dynamic and collaborative GB Home Nations Coach to join our Performance Pathway & Operations team. This role is key in aligning Home Nations coaching programmes with British Judo’s performance pathway, ensuring a smooth and effective transition for athletes progressing from grassroots to elite levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and integrate Home Nations coaching programmes with British Judo’s performance pathway.
• Support athletes to progress into the GB World Class Performance Programme (WCPP).
• Provide high-quality technical coaching to help athletes achieve success at national and international levels.
• Collaborate with Home Nations, club coaches, and the Performance Pathway & Operations Director fostering a culture of high performance and building a unified and effective talent pipeline.
• Monitor and analyse athlete performance data to guide development.
• Act as a key point of contact for coaches, athletes, and stakeholders, representing British Judo at national and international events.
• Ensure all coaching and programme activities comply with British Judo’s safeguarding, health & safety, and anti-doping policies.

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How to apply for the positions:

To apply, please send your CV and Covering Letter to HR@britishjudo.org.uk by 17:00 on Monday 31^st March 2025.

Interviews will be held on week commencing 14^th April.

If you would like to discuss the roles further, please contact Kate Howey (Interim Performance Director – for Olympic Coach role) on kate.howey@britishjudo.org.uk, or Tim Ellis (Performance Pathway and Operations Director – for Performance Manager and GB Home Nations Coach roles) on tim.ellis@britishjudo.org.uk

British Judo is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups, including women, ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ candidates.

We believe that diversity of experience and perspective strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to serve our community. British Judo is committed to Sport England and UK Sport requirements for all NGBs to have a Diversity Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP). British Judo is proud of the DIAP and would encourage all candidates to take an opportunity to read this HERE.

If you need any special assistance with your application, please email HR@britishjudo.org.uk