Experience is far from necessary, only a desire to get involved and make a real difference. With a range of positions covering a multitude of skills and time commitments, making that first step into volunteering could be the best one you make this year.

Support and training will given by our existing network of volunteers and full time club development staff. With several our volunteers and coaches recognised both locally and nationally in recent years, you will be joining an experienced team familiar with what is involved when starting out in these type of roles.

With over 50 volunteers needed to run the club, any and all effort can make a real difference. There are several new positions at the club both on and off-field including a new initiative: The Crew.

The Crew is a bank of volunteers that are casual volunteers that are activated when we have a big event, such as a Charity Day or Awards night. The Crew will be a bank of members who can’t help week in, week out but are able to help for these big one offs.

To apply or find out more, contact Club Development Officer Steve Beaty on 07984630083, email info@cramlingtonrockets.co.uk or speak to your existing age group volunteers.

Current positions available:

The Crew

For members who can’t help every week but can commit when there is a big one-off occasion, like the Awards Night. Come and join the Crew.

Team Manager
Vacancies at: U10s, U16s, 1st XIII

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.

Support Coach
Vacancies at: Tots 2-4-year olds & 4-6 year olds, U8s, U12s, U14s, U16s, 1st XIII

A new role for us. 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.

Touchline Manager
Vacancies at: U8, U10s, U12s, U14s, U16s, 1st XIII

An important role on match days who are there to ensure the values of the game are adhered to by members of our club. Each club will have their own. Training and fetching high viz jacket provided.

Child Welfare Officer
Vacancies at: U10s, U12s, 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.

Designated First Aider
Vacancies at: U8s, U10s, U12s, U14s, U16s, 1st XIII

A new role for 2019. Training & equipment provided. To provide match day first aid support where needed. Ideally not an existing coach within the age group.

Social Co-ordinator
Vacancies at: U8s, U10s, U12s, U14s, U16s, 1st XIII

Working with the Club Social Secretary, this position is responsible for creating and implementing a social programme for the club, its players, members and supporters in order to enhance relationships.

Matchday support
Vacancies at: U8s, U10s, U12s, U14s, U16s, 1st XIII

Help with the little things at home matches. Raffle tickets, domino cards and anything else the Team Mangers need.

Catering support
Vacancies at: U8s, U10s, U12s, U14s, U16s, 1st XIII

Spare some time on home match days helping our chef prepare and distribute food to the players. Helping with a pre-match shop and the dishes also welcome.

Youth Representative
Vacancies at: U12s, U14s, U16s

A Youth Representative is a crucial role for any club. It means that the Club Committee gain genuine feedback from a young perspective and from its junior members. A Youth Representative also encourages junior members to become young leaders in the club; training and giving them responsibilities to assist in coaching and club events.

Funding Officer

A new role for 2019. 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

A new role for 2019. 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. Can be combined with Media Officer role.

Media Officer

Support the existing media team providing news and information to be published on the website and local press. Can be combined with Match Day Reporter role.

Website Manager

Help us get the most out of our website, one of the most popular rugby league websites on the Pitchero network. With the ability to track membership, create events, announce match day squads, gather availability, we would like to use the website more than ever before.

Photographers

Capture the excitement of training and matchdays. Photos are regularly used on social media and in local and national media.

To apply or find out more, contact Club Development Officer Steve Beaty on 07984630083, email info@cramlingtonrockets.co.uk or speak to your existing age group volunteers.