Swimming Head Coach

Curro Holdings Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Gauteng is looking for a Swimming Head Coach to oversee the school's swimming program. This role involves leading coaching activities, developing training programs, and mentoring swimmers to reach competitive levels. Candidates should have at least 3 years of coaching experience, relevant certifications, and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards. This position offers the opportunity to influence young athletes and enhance the school's aquatic program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a swimming coach.
• Experience producing Junior National swimmers or higher is advantageous.
• Skills in team management and aquatic facility oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead coaching for all swimming squads from pre-primary to high school.
• Implement growth initiatives for the swimming program.
• Manage and lead a team of swimming coaches.
• Oversee program quality and facility management.

Skills

Coaching swimming squads

Program development

Team management

Safety standards

Education

Grade 12 (NQF 4)

SSA Level 1 Certificate

SSA Learn to Swim (LTS) Certificate

Valid Driver's License

Level 1 First Aid and CPR Certificate

Tools

Team Manager software

Meet Manager software

Job description

Job title : Swimming Head Coach

Job Location : Gauteng, Germiston Deadline : December 08

The Head Swimming Coach leads all aspects of the school or club's swimming program, providing coaching excellence to all squads, ensuring program development and growth, and maintaining the highest standards in safety, training, team management, and aquatics operations.

Key Performance Areas

Coaching & Program Development

Lead the coaching of all swimming squads (from pre-primary to high school and club)

Design and deliver tailored training programs to meet swimmers' diverse needs

Mentor swimmers to reach national competition levels where possible

Ensure safety and correct methodology at all times

Implement growth and development initiatives for the swimming programme

Team, Program & Facility Management

Manage and lead the team of swimming coaches

Oversee program quality, evaluation, and all aspects of aquatic facilities

Produce and present annual reports on program status, achievements, and improvements

Ensure effective use of Team Manager and Meet Manager software (where applicable)

Continuous Learning & Development

Stay current with latest coaching techniques, methodologies, and trends

Undertake regular professional development in swimming and related areas

Other Duties

Comply with all safeguarding, child protection, and health & safety standards

Perform additional responsibilities as required by the Aquatics Manager or Management

Qualifications, experience and skills

Minimum of 3 years' experience as a swimming coach

Grade 12 (NQF 4)

SSA Level 1 Certificate

SSA Learn to Swim (LTS) Certificate

Valid Driver's License

Level 1 First Aid and valid CPR Certificate

Advantageous

Degree in a related field

Experience as Head Coach of a program

Proven track record of producing Junior National swimmers or higher (advantageous)

Experience and knowledge of Team Manager and Meet Manager software (advantageous)

Closing date : 08 December