Swimming Coach

DEPARTMENT

Academic

POSITION #5

Swimming Coach

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To plan and deliver swimming lessons appropriate to the level of swimmer ensuring adherence to the scheme of work and lesson plans
• Ensure safe provision of all swimming equipment and ensure it is used correctly and that it remains in good condition
• Make sure safety standards are followed in sessions and that risk assessments are undertaken
• Identify participants’ abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential
• Correct faults in swimming techniques and identify ways to improve performance
• To be a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment that motivates and encourages children to participate in swimming
• Organize and supervise assistants and helpers as directed by the Head of PE
• Regularly assess and report each participant’s ability and progress
• Work alongside the Swimming Coordinator, other Swimming Teachers/Coaches and Lifeguards to help ensure that participants can swim in a safe environment at all times.
• Creating an educational and safe swimming environment for all learners
• Ensuring high levels of customer service in every interaction with learners by understanding their concerns and accommodating their needs.
• Ensuring a high standard of safety at all times and providing first aid when necessary.
• Enforcing all company policies and procedures to maintain a quiet, safe and secure environment for learners.
• Adhering and adapting to all current and new ISAZ and ZASU policies, procedures and initiatives

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Full Grade 12 certificate with 5 Credit or better;
• A Secondary Teacher’s diploma in Physical Education with a bias towards swimming with two years working experience