Swimming Coach (Part-time, Hourly)

English Schools Foundation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

English Schools Foundation is seeking a dynamic and qualified swimming coach to deliver high-quality swimming lessons for children aged 5 to 15 years. Successful candidates will have a Level 1 qualification in swimming coaching, a minimum of two years’ experience, and an outgoing personality.

This role emphasizes professionalism and teamwork, requiring fluency in English and ability in using IT and social media. Permanent Hong Kong residency or a valid work visa is required.

Applications are accepted until 16 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working as a swimming coach with children aged 5+.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Experience in planning and organising coaching sessions for young children aged 5 years and above.

Responsibilities

• Planning, organising and delivering high quality swimming lessons to children aged 5-15.
• Being reliable and committed to professionalism.
• Working as part of a team to provide effective swimming coaching.

Skills

Planning and delivering swimming lessons

Teamwork

Use of Microsoft Office

Engagement in social media

Outgoing personality

Education

Minimum Level 1 swimming coach qualification

Job description

Short Description

Planning, organising and delivering high quality progressive and fun swimming lessons to children aged 5 years - 15 years.

Description

The ESF Sharks Swimming Programme is always looking for dynamic, qualified, and high-quality ‘learn to swim’ coaches with experience working with young children to join our fantastic coaching team. If you have an approved qualification in coaching swimming and can demonstrate experience in planning, organising, and delivering high-quality, progressive, and fun swimming lessons to children aged 5—15, as well as an outgoing personality and an infectious passion for the sport, then we want to hear from you. At ESF Sharks, we value professionalism above all else, and we will only consider candidates who are reliable and committed to being the best.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 1 qualified swimming coach.
• Minimum 2 years experience working as a swimming coach with children aged 5+.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Must demonstrate experience in planning, organising and delivering high-quality and appropriate coaching sessions for young children aged 2-5 years.
• Must demonstrate ability to work as part of a team.
• Able to use various IT programmes (Microsoft Office) and engage with social media.
• Must be a pleasant, friendly and approachable character.
• Candidates with coaching qualifications in other sports will have an advantage.

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

Closing Date

16 October 2026

Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.

In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.