Swimming Coach (QMUL Swimming)

Queen Mary University London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A university sports club is seeking a motivated Head Swimming Coach to lead its BUCS competitive squad in Greater London. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality training sessions aimed at improving swimmer performance and confidence. This part-time role involves providing technical feedback and fostering a positive training environment to support swimmer development. The closing date for applications is January 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching competitive swimming or similar sports.
• Ability to deliver structured and high-quality training sessions.
• Skills in creating a positive and inclusive training environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured, high-quality training sessions.
• Provide technical feedback and motivation to swimmers.
• Support swimmer development and retention.
• Collaborate with the club committee on training sessions.

Skills

Technical coaching skills

Motivation techniques

Session planning

Performance feedback

Job description

Overview

Queen Mary University of London Swimming Club is seeking a motivated and experienced Head Swimming Coach to lead our BUCS competitive squad. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality, structured training sessions that improve swimmer performance, technical ability, and confidence. The role aims to raise the standard of competitive training by providing technical feedback, motivation, and consistent session delivery. The coach will help create a positive, inclusive, and performance-focused training environment while supporting swimmer development and retention.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured, high-quality training sessions to improve swimmer performance, technical ability, and confidence.
• Provide technical feedback, motivation, and consistent session delivery to raise competitive training standards.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and performance-focused training environment, supporting swimmer development and retention.
• Work closely with the club committee, taking responsibility for delivering training sessions and supporting the club’s aims and objectives for the academic year.

Contract & Salary

• Salary: £25 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Location: London – training sessions will take place at Poplar Baths Leisure Centre and Mile End Park Leisure Centre.
• Contract type: Part time
• Closing date: 4 January 2026