Swim Club Head Coach

Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure; London Borough of Redbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local sports organization in London is seeking an ambitious Head Coach to lead and develop its swimming programme. You will set the vision and targets for the Swim Club, designing training plans that cater to all swimmers. The ideal candidate will have proven coaching experience and strong leadership skills, essential for inspiring both swimmers and volunteers. This role offers a chance to significantly impact the club's success and growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing swimming programmes.
• Experience coaching swimmers at club level and above.
• Track record of developing swimmers through competitions.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision and performance targets for the Swim Club.
• Design and deliver annual training plans.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of coaches and volunteers.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

People management

Communication skills

Education

Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate / ASA Level 3 or Level 2

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Head Coach to lead and develop LBR Swim Club into a thriving, competitive, and successful swimming programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven leader who can inspire swimmers of all abilities, from Learn to Swim through to County, Regional and National competitors. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with proven coaching and leadership experience. A minimum Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate / ASA Level 3 or Level 2 with experience. You will have experience coaching swimmers at club level and above, with a track record of developing swimmers through County, Regional and National competitions. You will also need to have the ability to inspire and motivate swimmers, coaches, and volunteers alike.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision and performance targets for the Swim Club.
• Design and deliver annual training plans that meet the needs of all squads and individual swimmers.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of coaches and volunteers to deliver high-quality coaching.
• Manage competitions, training schedules, and swimmer progression pathways.
• Work with Centre Managers to grow participation and increase club membership.
• Play a pivotal role in developing the reputation and long-term success of LBR Swim Club.

Essential requirements

• A dynamic leader with proven experience managing swimming programmes.
• Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate / ASA Level 3 or Level 2 with experience.
• Strong understanding of competitive swimming and athlete development pathways.
• Excellent people management skills with the ability to inspire coaches, volunteers, and swimmers.
• Effective communicator who can work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including Swim England.