Organisation: Abingdon Vale Swimming Club
Contract Type: Self-Employed
Qualifications: Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award; Coaching Swimming: Senior Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 3 Award
Working Hours: Part time
Location: Abingdon
Closing Date: 23rd March 2025 23:59
Job Reference: AVSC Head Coach
Abingdon Vale Swimming Club (AVSC) in Oxfordshire is looking for an inspiring and experienced Head Coach to start as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing our competitive swimming programme.
We are a friendly and ambitious SwimMark-accredited club with 180 swimmers from ages 8-26, with a strong Academy and eight competitive squads. Our swimmers compete in club champs and open meets; County, Regional, National and British championships; and a variety of regional leagues and galas, including the West Midlands Premier division of the Arena League and Thames Valley Junior League.
The poolside team comprises 10 regular qualified coaches, including those with expertise in open water and land training. They are supported by an enthusiastic and proactive committee and other volunteers. We are based primarily at Abingdon School, Oxfordshire with excellent pool facilities, and the performance squads train regularly at long course pools further afield.
AVSC is committed to safeguarding all our members. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and must have or attend the UK coaching Safeguarding and Protecting Children course.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and develop a comprehensive training programme that aligns with the goals of the Club
* Mentor and develop a team of qualified coaches
* Coach the performance squads with goals at National level
* Oversee the selection and preparation of swimmers for competitions at all levels
* Contribute to the coaching support of swimmers at competitions
* Foster a positive, respectful and inclusive team culture
* Ensure compliance with Swim England policies, including Wavepower
* Engage with the Club committee and membership in setting the direction of the Club
* This Job Description sets out the main responsibilities of the role, but it should not be taken as a complete or exhaustive list of responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience:
* At least Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate/ASA Level 2 Coaching Award or equivalent
* Experience in developing swimmers through to County, Regional and National levels
* Experience/qualifications in land-based strength and conditioning
* Safeguarding training and continuing professional development to meet current Swim England requirements
* The ability to lead the development plan and engage with all members of the Club with enthusiasm and ambition
* A passion for motivating and inspiring young athletes to reach their full potential
* A commitment to promote the values of sportsmanship and teamwork
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
How to apply
Please send your CV with a covering letter outlining your interest in the role and the names and contact details of two professional references via the apply button.
Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance.
This vacancy may require the following qualifications:
* Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award
* Coaching Swimming: Senior Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 3 Award
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