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 the parents’ conference and correspond with parents whose children are in the 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 that 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.