Damien Hoarau

Sports and education professional with experience teaching Physical Education to primary-aged pupils, leading school sport and rugby programmes, coordinating fixtures and developing participation, confidence and teamwork. Combines hands-on coaching with school leadership, inclusion, safeguarding and pastoral care. Experienced in supporting children with a wide range of abilities and needs, working collaboratively with colleagues and families, and creating positive, structured environments in which young people can thrive.

Keen to contribute to a school community and help learners develop on and off the sports field.

Inclusion Manager & MIC Rugby & Cricket at Falmouth School (2025-04 – Present)

• Lead inclusion, behaviour and pastoral strategies that support student welfare, engagement and safe participation.
• Coordinate rugby and cricket programmes, including training, fixtures and tournaments for pupils with varied abilities.
• Work with teachers, pupils and families to promote positive relationships, teamwork, resilience and participation.
• Apply safeguarding awareness and consistent expectations to support pupils’ wellbeing and development.

Men’s 2nd XV Head Coach (Counties 1) at Camborne Rugby Club (2026 – Present)

• Plan and deliver coaching sessions focused on technical skills, fitness, decision-making and team performance.
• Prepare players for fixtures, manage match-day responsibilities and promote accountability, respect and team culture.

Inclusion Manager & MIC Rugby at Mascalls Academy (2021-04 – 2025-03)

• Developed inclusive approaches and support strategies to improve student engagement and access to opportunities.
• Led school rugby activity, organising coaching, matches and tournaments and supporting pupils across ability levels.
• Worked with school colleagues and external partners to coordinate support and promote student development.

Head Coach / Field Manager at Munchkins Sports (2018-10 – 2021-04)

• Delivered structured sports coaching for children, adapting activities to age, ability and developmental needs.
• Managed session logistics and equipment, supported junior staff and maintained a positive learning environment.

Backline & Skills Coach at Sharks Academy Midlands (2018-01 – 2018-06)

• Coached rugby skills and fitness for a group of 25 young athletes, with emphasis on individual improvement.
• Led backline training for the U20 Midlands team preparing for regional competitions.

Director of Rugby / Fitness & Conditioning / Development Officer; Boarder Master & Head of Milner House at Merchiston Preparatory School (2014-01 – 2017-12)

• Taught Physical Education to pupils aged 8–13 and coached school rugby teams.
• Organised sports fixtures and events and developed rugby, fitness and conditioning programmes.
• Established a private rugby academy to provide additional coaching and player-development opportunities.
• Supported boarders’ pastoral needs and contributed to a structured, caring house environment.

Sport Management Diploma – ETA College (2010 – 2012)

Matric Certificate – St Charles College, South Africa (2009 – 2009)