2026 Commonwealth Games: Assistant Coach Recruitment
Job Description
Scottish Gymnastics is seeking applications from individuals who would like to be considered for coaching roles at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The roles will be challenging but extremely rewarding and provide an opportunity to be at the heart of a home Games in Scotland. Notes of interest must be supported by the club.
Roles Available:
Assistant Lead Coach for the Women’s Artistic Team
Online interviews will be held on 26 or 27 March 2026, and the application window is open until Wednesday, 18 February 2026 at 5pm.
Assistant Lead Coach for the Men’s Artistic Team
Online interviews will be held on 26 or 27 March 2026, and the application window is open until Wednesday, 18 February 2026 at 5pm.
Roles Commitment:
Successful applicants will be required to support all games-related activity, under the direction of Artistic Technical Director, Scott Hann MBE, Lead Manager Performance & Pathways, Kenny More, and Lead Coaches Grace Lyman (WAG) or Marius Gherman (MAG) as follows:
- Residential Preparation Camps at Inverclyde National Sports Training Centre
25 – 28 May
15 – 18 June
26 – 27 June
06 – 09 July
18 – 20 July
- Residential Games Period in Glasgow
20 – 28 July 2026 (Competition dates 24 – 28 July)
We are looking for experienced individuals with a track record of preparing and coaching gymnasts at international competitions. Individuals will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of a dynamic support team.
These are voluntary roles, with Scottish Gymnastics / Commonwealth Games Scotland covering accommodation and subsistence expenses associated with the preparation camps and games period.
If you are interested in the role of Assistant Lead Coach for the Women’s Artistic Team or Assistant Lead Coach for the Men’s Artistic Team, and feel you meet the duties and specification below, then please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your coaching credentials and philosophy, as well as your suitability and motivation for the role, to kenny.more@scottishgymnastics.org by 5pm on Wednesday, 18 February 2026. Please also confirm your availability for the interview dates of 26and 27March.
N.B. Please note, that by applying for either role, your contact details will be passed to Commonwealth Games Scotland (CGS). This allows them to complete their pre-Games Accreditation process for all coaches who may progress to a confirmed coaching role. Please adhere to any timeline given to you by CGS.