Swimming Coach at St Saviour's School

Job Purpose:

• A school Swimming Coach instructs students in proper swimming techniques, emphasizes the importance of water safety, and cultivates a supportive yet competitive atmosphere.
• The Swimming Coach reports directly to the Head of PE, Deputy Head Teacher Academic and Head Teacher.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Swimming Coach is responsible for the overall delivery of swimming as part of the UK National Curriculum to pupils from Reception class to Year 6.
• They work with children across all ability levels—from beginners learning the basics to advanced swimmers refining their skills.
• Identify pupils’ abilities and deliver sessions appropriate to the level of each group
• Develop tailored training programs to improve endurance, speed, and technique.
• Prepare students for competitions with strategies and motivational support.
• Enforce pool rules and respond to emergencies promptly.
• Ensure the safety standards are met and life-saving standards are followed in all swimming sessions.
• Showcase deep knowledge and passion for swimming while clearly explaining techniques to pupils,
• ensuring both understanding and enthusiasm in their learning.
• Maintain logs of emergency drills and safety checks.
• Coordinate with the Head of PE and other staff on scheduling and events.
• Monitor and organise swimming materials
• Evaluate sessions and give feedback to the Deputy Head Teacher
• Stay updated with modern coaching techniques and safety protocols and to attend relevant courses, disseminating the information to colleagues
• Support with identifying training needs for pupils in the swim squad and facilitate appropriate training sessions
• Provide parents with information regarding the subject at parents’ conference and correspond with
• parents whose children are at swim squad
• Supervise the Lifeguard during swim sessions and be responsible for administering first aid around the pool
• Ensure that the swimming pool is in good condition and the chlorine levels are always checked
• Regularly assess each child’s swimming ability and progress and arrange to award children with the appropriate swimming certification
• To attend regular meetings with the Head of PE and carry out administrative work as and when necessary
• To undertake other duties in connection with the subject in the school which the Deputy Head Teacher
• and Head Teacher may from time to time require.

Qualifications

• OND or Bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetic/Health Education, Physical Education or related field is preferred.
• Certified Swimming Instructor, CPR, and First Aid Lifeguarding qualification
• Knowledge of computer software programmes, such as MS Office

Work Experience

• Minimum of Three (3) years of relative experience

Skills and Competencies

• Self-motivated with the ability to encourage learners through a positive outlook, perseverance and patience.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Enthusiasm for student development, proactive problem-solving.
• Ability to contribute effectively to a small team environment
• Awareness of the importance of health and safety
• Competitive swimming experience