Newcastle confirm 2014-15 coaching staff

John Wells has been named as Newcastle head coach ahead of next season as the Falcons announced their new coaching set-up today.
Meanwhile, former Newcastle and England international fly-half Dave Walder has been appointed as attack coach.
The duo will work under director of rugby Dean Richards, who will also retain the services of defence coach Graham Steadman, scrum coach Micky Ward and skills coach Calum MacRae as the club gears up for its second successive year in the Aviva Premiership.
“In the last two seasons Dean and Peter have done a tremendous job of getting Newcastle out of the RFU Championship and ensuring the club secures its Aviva Premiership status,” said Wells.
“Dave has also come on board and he brings new ideas and a real passion for the club. He complements the strengths of the existing coaching team, and together with the experience the squad has gained this season, allied to some quality signings, we intend to be extremely competitive next term.”
Meanwhile 36-year-old Walder joins the club on a permanent basis after a part-time role as kicking coach.
“I’m really excited at the prospect of working with Dean Richards and John Wells at a club I’m extremely passionate about,” said Walder, who has four England caps to his name.
“It’s great to be back in the North East, an area I love, and I can’t wait to get stuck into pre-season,” he added.
Richards said: “I’m delighted to have confirmed the coaching team for next season, and after a tough first season back in the Aviva Premiership everyone is ready to take this club to the next level with this group of players.”