“Volunteering is incredibly rewarding and is a great way to support others” said Chairman, Jeff Ball. “As a former national club of the year, we have a lot of excellent volunteers already, who provide a fun and welcoming environment, but we do need more people to answer the rising demand for rugby league.

With rugby league a new sport to the area, many volunteers do not have experience of the sport or volunteering, which is fine, and we will support anyone new to help them find their feet.

It is a commitment and at times will require some formal training but the trade off of seeing the kids enjoy themselves is more than worth it."

If you are interested in volunteering, message Steve Beaty on rockets.community@gmail.com or call 07984630083.

Full list of volunteering opportunities:

Lead Coach

Vacancies at: U6s

Provide a fun environment to help our youngest Rockets enjoy rugby league through fun games that develop their basic skills. Supported by the RFL Primary Rules coaching framework.

Support Coach

Vacancies at: Tots, U6s, U8s, U12s, U16s, 1st Team

Be a spare pair of hands and eyes during sessions and matches, supporting senior coaches. Something as simple as holding a tackle shield or setting out cones is a big help. A good opportunity for parents looking to get involved more casually, that can’t commit to every week or anyone wishing to take a first step into coaching.

Team Manager

Vacancies at: U6s, U8s, 1st Team

Support the coaches as part of the age group management team. Help on match days, communicate fixtures and training details and be the friendly face at training for any questions. Organisation and communication skills essential. Clipboards provided.

Game Day Manager

Vacancies at: U6s, U8s, U10s, U12s, U14s, U16s, 1st Team

An important role on match days who are there to support members of your own club, not visiting teams, to ensure the values of the game are adhered to. Each club will have their own. Training and fetching high viz jacket provided.

Designated First Aider

Vacancies at: U6s, U8s, U10s, U12s, U16s, 1st Team

Training & equipment provided. To provide match day first aid support where needed. Ideally not an existing coach within the age group.

Child Welfare Officer

Vacancies at: U6s, U8s, U10s, U14s, U16s

Working with the club’s Child Welfare Committee, you will be the point of contact for any players or parents that raise any issues to ensure the safety and happiness of all young people involved. This position should not be taken by someone with an existing role within the age group.

Additional Committee Roles

Funding Officer

Support the club by helping apply for grants and writing bids for funding. Working with the club’s experienced committee to expand the income of the club to support new projects.

Sponsor Liaison

Increase the reach of Cramlington Rockets through building relationships with existing and new sponsors to create an additional source of income.

Match Day Reporter

Provide media reports around match days across the age groups including the First Team. Matches take place on Saturdays through the Spring and Summer months.