Development Coach - Abu Dhabi

Hamiltonaquatics; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

End-of-service benefits

CPD opportunities

Lifestyle discounts

Job summary

Hamilton Aquatics Abu Dhabi seeks a Development Coach to nurture young swimmers into competitive athletes and foster a love for the sport. You will plan and deliver high-quality sessions for Development Squads, track progress, and promote talent through robust programmes.

Key duties include coaching foundations, liaising with parents, handling administration, and representing the club at events. The role requires flexibility for evenings and weekends and a commitment to safety and child

Qualifications

• Experience coaching young swimmers, Learn to Swim to Train to Train stages.
• UKCC Level 2 or equivalent qualification is required.
• Lifeguard qualification or willingness to obtain on hire.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.
• Proficiency with IT and video analysis tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and plan sessions for Foundation, Development, and Potential Squads as directed by Head of Development.
• Track swimmer attendance, set targets, and adapt training as swimmers progress.
• Promote competition participation and advise on event selection; attend locally and overseas as needed.
• Recruit swimmers into squads and identify talent from Learn to Swim programs.
• Maintain proactive communication with swimmers, parents, and staff; report daily to Head of Development.
• Lead area meetings, document outcomes, and support administrative tasks related to entries and records.
• Represent Hamilton Aquatics at galas and events; organise clinics with local schools.

Skills

Youth coaching

Leadership

Communication

Video analysis

IT skills

Flexible hours

Talent development

Education

UKCC Level 2 Coaching in Aquatics

Lifeguard Qualification

Tools

Video analysis software

Job description

Development Coach @ Hamilton Aquatics Abu Dhabi

Hamilton Aquatics is seeking a dedicated Development Coach to join our dynamic coaching team in Abu Dhabi. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a crucial role in shaping young swimmers into competitive athletes while fostering a love for the sport. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering and planning high-quality coaching sessions for our Development Squads, nurturing talent, and promoting the values that define our success.

Key responsibilities

Coaching and Development

• Deliver and plan sessions for Foundation, Development, and Potential Squads, as directed by the Head of Development.
• Deliver technique-focused, skill-enhancing sessions aligned with the Hamilton Aquatics philosophy.
• Track swimmer attendance, set individual targets, and ensure training evolves to meet their progress.
• Promote participation in competitions, advise on event selection, and attend competitions locally and overseas as needed.
• Recruit swimmers into the squads and talent-identify athletes from our Learn to Swim program to ensure full squads and a high-quality pipeline.

Communication and Teamwork

• Maintain proactive communication with swimmers, parents, and staff.
• Handle inquiries and complaints professionally, escalating where necessary.
• Report to the Head of Development daily, attend weekly coach meetings, and lead area meetings with documentation.

Quality Assurance and Safety

• Adhere to all child protection policies, Hamilton Aquatics' code of conduct, and health and safety protocols.
• Manage site responsibilities, including pool safety checks and first aid as necessary.

Administration Duties

• Complete necessary administration tasks, including booking and competition entries.
• Ensure swimmer attendance and progression records are up to date.
• Support the Head of Development with new recruit inductions.

Community Engagement

• Represent Hamilton Aquatics professionally at competitions, galas, and events.
• Organise and deliver clinics with local schools to build relationships and raise swimming levels.
• Lead school training sessions and assist schools in inter-school competitions.

What we offer

• Private medical insurance and end-of-service benefits.
• Professional development opportunities, including continuing professional development (CPD) and collaboration with experienced coaches.
• A supportive coaching environment with a history of success at regional and international levels.
• Access to lifestyle discounts.

Desired qualifications and experience

• UKCC Level 2 Coaching in Aquatics (or equivalent).
• Lifeguard Qualification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Experience in coaching young swimmers, particularly at the Learn to Train and Train to Train stages.
• Proven track record in developing age-group swimmers and ensuring smooth squad transitions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of swim stroke mechanics and training methodologies.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency in IT and video analysis tools.