Head Coach

Elmbridge Phoenix Swimming Club in Surrey is looking for an experienced Head Coach to lead and develop the Club.

We are a successful competitive swimming club with a busy Development programme, competitive squad, training squad and a performance programme (with swimmers of County, Regional and National levels). This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven leader who can inspire swimmers of all abilities.

Working Hours: Part Time, 24 hours a week

Coaching Qualifications and Experience:

  • Mandatory Qualification: Minimum of Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate/ASA Level 2 Coaching Award
  • Proven coaching experience: experience coaching swimmers at club level and above. 
  • Track record of development: Demonstrable experience in developing swimmers through competitive levels: County, Regional and National competitions, with a focus on performance swimming and talent progression. 

Key Responsibilities and Expectations:

  • Set the vision for the Club and performance targets
  • Design and deliver annual training plans and seasonal cycles for all squads and individual swimmers, as appropriate
  • Coaching hours for the Performance 1 squad plus Club admin hours. (12 coaching and 12 admin per week, totalling 24 hours per week)
  • Organise, attend and report on all necessary competitions, including a minimum of two full-day meets per month (where applicable), County, Regional and National meets.
  • Lead, mentor and develop the coaching team and oversee performance
  • Ensure the Coaching team are in compliance with professional qualifications, including DBS, safeguarding and the Swim England online management system.
  • Play a pivotal role in developing the reputation and long-term success of the Club.

 

The ideal candidate will be:

  • a dynamic leader with proven experience managing swimming programmes.
  • an effective communicator who can work collaboratively with all stakeholders (coaches, committee, centre managers, Swim England).
  • a motivator with excellent people management skills who can inspire coaches, volunteers, and swimmers.
  • someone with a strong understanding of competitive swimming and athlete development pathways.

How to apply

Please send an email to chair@elmbridgephoenix.com 

 

Organisation: Elmbridge Phoenix Swimming Club
Contract Type: Permanent
Qualifications: Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award
Working Hours: Part time
Location: Walton-on-Thames
Salary: £35,000

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Development Coach(es) 

Role Overview

We are looking for a Development Coach to support our Development squads. You will deliver structured, skill-focused sessions to help swimmers improve and progress along the club pathway, while fostering a strong sense of team spirit and demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of all swimmers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Follow structured planning to deliver training sessions for Development squads.
  • Support swimmers in improving technique, race skills, and confidence in competing.
  • Provide constructive, positive feedback in training.
    Attend coach team meetings and term squad meetings 
  • Prepare feedback for swimmers and parents.  
  • Attend Galas and Club Championships 
  • Work with the coaching team to foster a positive, supportive, and team-focused environment where swimmers feel motivated and encouraged.

Essential Criteria

  • Level 2 ASA Swim Teacher or Level 1 Coaching Qualification (Swim England/ASA).
  • Good communication skills and enthusiasm for working with children.
  • Current Enhanced DBS check and Swim England Safeguarding in Aquatics course.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all swimmers.

Desirable

  • Some experience coaching or assisting young swimmers in a club or school environment.

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short covering letter to: chair@elmbridgephoenix.com 

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