Ben Taylor
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic sports coach with over 6 years of experience across a range of sports including rugby and cricket, specialising in youth development and team performance. Proven ability to design and lead effective training sessions, mentor young athletes, and collaborate with coaching teams to drive individual and team improvement. Strong organisational and communication skills, with a focus on player welfare, safety, and long-term development. Holds a BSc in sports coaching, multiple RFU coaching qualifications, and certifications in safeguarding and first aid. Known for adaptability, emotional intelligence, proactive management and creating a positive learning environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head coach, development team
Leeds Beckett University
09.2022 - 06.2024
- - Plan training sessions, design and organise effective practices to enhance players skills, tactics and fitness.
- - Personalised coaching, provide individualised instruction and support to players to help refine skills.
- - Organisation, plan logistics for match days, transport and scheduling, team selection and strategic game decisions.
- - Equipment, manage the organisation of balls, bibs, cones and match day kit, ensuring a good condition and readiness to use.
Lead Coach
Yorkshire Rugby u14/u15 development player program
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Lead training sessions, help plan and conduct sessions which align with the coaching protocol.
- - Provide feedback, offer constructive feedback to players and coaches during games and practices.
- - Player development, track individual player progress, identify areas for improvement but also comment on strengths.
- - Coach development, work with coaches closely to heighten each other’s ability, giving constructive criticism.
Assistance Coach U13
Yorkshire Carnegie Development Player Programme
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Analysed player statistics to identify strengths and areas for growth.
- Assist during facilitated team meetings to promote communication and collaboration among players
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Cricket Coach
Bedale Cricket Club
04.2018 - 09.2020
Food and beverage assistant
The Majestic Hotel
05.2018 - 01.2019
- - Facilitated a welcoming atmosphere for customers, greeting them warmly and assisting with seating.
- - Captured accurate food and beverage orders, offering menu recommendations and accommodating dietary requirements.
- - Served meals and drinks promptly, ensuring appealing presentation and attentive service throughout the dining experience.
- - Ensured customer satisfaction, addressing concerns, and processing payments efficiently.
Video recorder, game analyst
Ripon rugby club
05.2017 - 05.2018
- - Operating equipment, setting up and operating video cameras and related equipment to capture footage.
- - Edit/Analyse, review and edit footage, finding key moments, Analise to find trends, specific details or relevant insights.
- - Collaborating, working with coaches, players and extended team members to share data collected.
- - Maintaining equipment, performing routine maintenance checks on all equipment used to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching
Leeds Beckett University
07.2024
BTEC - sports and exercise science
Bishop Burton College
06.2019
GCSE A* - C - Math’s, English Literature, English Language, Science, Geography, General Studies, Physical Education, Computer Study’s, Design And Technology
Beadle High school
Yorkshire 06.2017
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Organisation and time management
- Mentoring
- Creative thinking
- Endurance and Physical fitness
- Safety awareness
- Time management
- Adaptability to feedback
Certification
First aid certification.
Working with children/safeguarding.
RFU Head case concussion awareness.
Level 2 RFU Rugby coach.
Level 1 Referee qualification.
Timeline
Lead Coach
Yorkshire Rugby u14/u15 development player program
01.2023 - 03.2024
Head coach, development team
Leeds Beckett University
09.2022 - 06.2024
Assistance Coach U13
Yorkshire Carnegie Development Player Programme
01.2021 - 03.2022
Food and beverage assistant
The Majestic Hotel
05.2018 - 01.2019
Cricket Coach
Bedale Cricket Club
04.2018 - 09.2020
Video recorder, game analyst
Ripon rugby club
05.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching
Leeds Beckett University
BTEC - sports and exercise science
Bishop Burton College
GCSE A* - C - Math’s, English Literature, English Language, Science, Geography, General Studies, Physical Education, Computer Study’s, Design And Technology
Beadle High school