HIGH SCHOOL AQUATICS COACH (PART-TIME): SWIMMING & WATER POLO

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 30 000; Part time

Job summary

An independent school in Gauteng is seeking a passionate Aquatics Coach for swimming and water polo. The role requires proven coaching experience and a relevant qualification. Responsibilities include planning training sessions, coaching teams during events, and developing athletes' skills. Applicants should possess strong communication and organizational skills. This part-time position is available from January 2026, and interested candidates must submit their CV to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in coaching swimming and water polo (school or club level).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work part-time hours including mornings, afternoons and occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct engaging swimming and water-polo training sessions.
• Coach teams during galas, fixtures, tournaments and festivals.
• Develop players’ techniques and skills.

Skills

Coaching swimming

Coaching water polo

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant coaching qualification or accreditation

Job description

HIGH SCHOOL AQUATICS COACH (PART-TIME): SWIMMING & WATER POLO

Dainfern College seeks to appoint a passionate and experienced Aquatics Coach (Swimming & Water Polo) to join our High School Sports department and work on a part-time basis from January 2026.

Dainfern College is an independent English-medium, co-educational school situated on Broadacres Drive, Dainfern , north of Fourways in Johannesburg. The College caters for Grades 0-12 and offers IEB Matric as the Grade 12 exit exam. Our ethos is Christian and is based on the core concept of respect. We seek to develop skills for life required to unlock unique personal potential and to nurture creative thinkers with the confidence to become leaders through the provision of an innovative, relevant, and quality education. We celebrate diversity and are affiliated with the international network of Round Square schools. School details can be found at http://www.dainferncollege.co.za .

This role offers the opportunity to develop young athletes, fostering both competitive excellence and a lifelong love for both swimming and water polo.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and conduct engaging swimming and water-polo training sessions for U14-Open age groups.
• Coach and manage teams during galas, fixtures, tournaments and festivals.
• Develop players’ technique and technical skills.
• Collaborate with the Heads of Aquatics/Sports department to align with the College’s sporting vision.
• Ensure a safe, positive and disciplined environment at all times.

Requirements

• Proven experience in coaching swimming and water polo (school or club level).
• Relevant coaching qualification or accreditation (preferred).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work part‑time hours, including mornings, afternoons and occasional weekends for galas and matches.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of Dainfern College.
• Provision of a police clearance certificate and an NRSO clearance certificate.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV with at least two recent contactable referees for the attention of Mr Daniel Ackerman to [e-mail] .

Please use ‘Aquatics Coach’ as the subject line.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 14 November 2025

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. If you have not heard from the College by 28 November 2025, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Dainfern College reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date of this vacancy should a suitable candidate be found. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications timeously. Dainfern College also reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants being automatically disqualified from consideration.

Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Disclaimer: Dainfern College is committed to ensuring the confidentiality of personal information and all reasonable measures will be taken to protect the personal information of applicants. Your information will be used for the sole purpose of recruitment for this listed post only as well as for statutory purposes as applicable. By applying for this position and submitting your personal details and curriculum vitae to Dainfern College, you acknowledge this disclaimer

Dainfern College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to employment equity. Appointments are made in line with the College’s Transformation strategies.

Closing Date

14/11/2025