Head Swimming Coach - WhatJobs Direct

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contributions

Performance bonuses

Access to club facilities

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Head Swimming Coach for a prominent community sports club in Tembisa, Gauteng. Lead the competitive swimming program across age groups, develop training strategies, and drive performance while fostering a positive team environment.

You will mentor assistants, design year-round plans, and ensure safety and budget management. Strong leadership and Gauteng swim community knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Swimming Coach or senior coaching role in a competitive club.
• Strong understanding of swimming physiology, biomechanics and training methods.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record developing swimmers across ages with competitive results.
• Current coaching certifications (e.g., ASCA Level, Swim England).
• First Aid and CPR certification mandatory.
• Experience in recruiting and retaining swimmers and managing budgets.
• Familiarity with Gauteng swimming scene is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute year-round training programs for multiple age groups and levels.
• Lead and mentor assistant coaches and support staff.
• Conduct high-quality sessions focusing on stroke technique, endurance, strength, and race strategy.
• Monitor progress and adjust training plans accordingly.
• Recruit and retain swimmers and foster a positive team culture in Tembisa.
• Organize club participation in local, regional, and national meets.
• Maintain communication with swimmers, parents, officials and stakeholders.
• Ensure safe training environment per protocols and emergency procedures.
• Manage program budget, equipment and resources.
• Promote the club’s swimming program within Tembisa and wider Leisure & Sports landscape.

Skills

Head Coach experience

Swimming physiology

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Recruitment & retention

First Aid & CPR

Schedule flexibility

Gauteng swimming knowledge

Education

ASCA Level / Swim England Coach certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent community sports club located in **Tembisa, Gauteng**, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head Swimming Coach to lead their competitive swimming program. This role involves the development and implementation of training strategies for swimmers of all age groups and skill levels, aiming to foster talent, improve performance, and promote a positive team environment. The Head Swimming Coach will be instrumental in building a strong, successful swimming team that represents the club with distinction. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of competitive swimming in **Tembisa**.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute comprehensive, year-round training programs tailored to different age groups and competitive levels, including novice, junior, and elite swimmers.
• Lead and mentor assistant coaches, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Conduct high-quality training sessions, focusing on stroke technique, endurance, strength conditioning, and race strategy.
• Monitor and evaluate swimmer progress, providing constructive feedback and adjusting training plans accordingly.
• Recruit and retain swimmers, fostering a positive and motivating team culture in **Tembisa**.
• Organize and manage team participation in local, regional, and national competitions.
• Maintain open and effective communication with swimmers, parents, club officials, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure a safe training environment by adhering to all safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Manage the swimming program's budget, equipment, and resources effectively.
• Promote the club's swimming program within the **Tembisa** community and the broader **Leisure & Sports** landscape.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Swimming Coach or a senior coaching role within a competitive swim club.
• A strong understanding of swimming physiology, biomechanics, and training methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in developing swimmers at various levels, evidenced by competitive results.
• Current relevant coaching certifications (e.g., ASCA Level, Swim England Coach).
• First Aid and CPR certification are mandatory.
• Ability to develop and implement effective recruitment and retention strategies.
• Experience in managing budgets and program logistics.
• Passion for swimming and a commitment to athlete development.
• Familiarity with the **Gauteng** swimming community and competition structure is advantageous.
• Must be able to commit to a schedule that includes early mornings, evenings, and weekends, in line with training and competition demands in **Tembisa**.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• The role includes benefits such as health insurance contributions, potential for performance bonuses, and access to club facilities.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the **Leisure & Sports** sector are actively encouraged for our coaching staff in **Tembisa**.