Head Coach

Swim England; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent swimming organization in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Head Coach to lead and develop their competitive swimming program. The role involves designing training sessions, overseeing squad performance, and managing coaching team dynamics. Applicants must have relevant coaching certificates and a strong technical knowledge of swimming. This part-time, self-employed position requires evening and weekend hours. If you are passionate about coaching and swimmer development, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of coaching competitive swimmers.
• Willing to complete the Swim England Senior Swimming Coach qualification.
• Understanding of child protection issues and safeguarding policy.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead training programmes aligned with Swim England standards.
• Oversee squad allocation and performance pathways.
• Organize coaching team meetings and CPD.

Skills

Coaching competitive swimmers

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical knowledge of swimming

Education

Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate

Level 2 Coaching Award

Job description

# Head CoachOrganisation:: Sheffield City Swimming ClubContract Type:: Self-EmployedQualifications:: Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 AwardWorking Hours:: Part timeLocation:: SheffieldClosing Date:: 31st January 2026 23:59Sheffield City Swimming Club, based in Sheffield, is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic Head Coach to lead our wonderful, successful club into its next exciting chapter.Sheffield City is Sheffield’s oldest swimming club. We are a committee-led, inclusive, members’ club with around 150 swimmers from 8 to 60+ years of age in 4 squads with a proud history of developing swimmers at all levels — from grassroots to national performance. We’re passionate about creating a positive, athlete-centred environment that encourages and enables every swimmer to achieve their full potential regardless of age and ability.The Role:This is a part-time, self-employed role. Pool and land training take place during evenings and weekends. As Head Coach, you will develop and lead a high-quality, well-structured and enjoyable training and competition programme, working closely with the coaching team and committee to ensure all our members are developed as people and as athletes.You will:* Be responsible for coaching one of our age group competitive squads, ensuring the swimmers achieve to the highest level they are able and that they enjoy their swimming experience.* Design, plan and deliver annual training programmes aligned with Swim England standards.* Work with the coaching team and committee to plan the competition schedules for the squads and support swimmers at galas to achieve their performance goals.* Oversee squad allocation and performance pathways.* Provide technical coaching excellence across all strokes, levels, and race preparation.* Provide land training for swimmers.* Organise and manage the coaching team meetings and continuing professional development (CPD).* Meet regularly with the committee.* Uphold the highest standards of welfare, inclusion, and safeguarding.Person SpecificationEssential:* Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate/ASA Level 2 Coaching Award and up-to-date Swim England safeguarding training.* A willingness to complete the Swim England Senior Swimming Coach qualification.* To hold or be willing to complete a qualification in strength and conditioning for young people or a Swim England land-based training course.* A proven track record of successfully coaching competitive swimmers.* Strong technical knowledge of competitive swimming.* Experience of successfully leading and managing others.* Excellent communication skills.* Good organisational and administrative skills.* A proven record of being reliable and punctual.* Willingness to keep up to date with the latest developments in both coaching and Swim England expectations.* An understanding of child protection issues: Knowledge of safeguarding and welfare policy, practice and procedure for children in line with the Swim England current Wavepower document.* Willingness to travel to galas, including occasional overnight stays for competitions.Desirable:* Experience in coaching swimmers to national and regional levels of competition.If you’re passionate about coaching, developing swimmers, and leading a thriving club, we’d love to hear from you.## How to applyPlease send your CV with 2 referees and a covering letter outlining your experience and vision for the role via the apply button.Contact phone## Required QualificationsThis vacancy may require the following qualifications:* Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award