Lead Squad Coach

Swim England; Waddon, Tandridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused sports club in Waddon is seeking an experienced Lead Squad Coach to support and lead a squad of swimmers aged 13–17. The role involves planning and delivering training sessions, providing technical feedback, and supporting swimmers at competitions. Candidates should hold a Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate and have a commitment to swimmer development. This part-time position offers flexible hours and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Supportive coaching team

Opportunities for personal growth

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate or equivalent.
• Swim England-approved Safeguarding qualification or willingness to complete.
• Ability to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate pool training sessions for your squad.
• Provide technical feedback and skill development to all swimmers.
• Support swimmers at competitions and maintain safety.

Skills

Water Safety

Coaching Swimming

Safeguarding qualification

Communication

Education

Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate

Teacher's rescue certificate

Job description

Organisation: South Croydon Swimming Club Contract Type: Self-Employed Qualifications: Water Safety: RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) Water Safety: RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award Working Hours: Part time Location: Waddon, United Kingdom Salary: £25 per hour Closing Date: 27th December 2025 23:59

South Croydon Swimming Club in Croydon is currently seeking an experienced and suitably qualified Lead Squad Coach to support our Head Coach and lead a squad of approximately 24 swimmers aged 13–17, with aspirations to qualify for County and Regional competitions.

We are a friendly, community-focused club based in the Borough of Croydon, affiliated with Swim England, Surrey and the London Region, and we provide training opportunities for local swimmers of all ages and abilities.

This role is ideal for a motivated coach who can support swimmer development, maintain good training standards, and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and performance-aspired club environment.

The Role

As Lead Squad Coach, you will be responsible for planning and delivering quality training for your squad, supporting swimmers through their journey, and working collaboratively with the Club’s coaching team and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate pool training sessions for your squad
• Write suitable training sets (with guidance from the Head Coach where needed)
• Provide technical feedback and skill development to all swimmers
• Support swimmers at competitions, galas, and club events
• Complete administrative tasks and maintain swimmer records as required
• Provide coaching cover for other squads when necessary
• Work closely with swimmers, parents, coaches and the Club Committee
• Maintain safety, professionalism, and uphold the Club’s values at all times
• The role will involve up to approximately up to 14 hours per week poolside coaching commitment.
• Additional administrative hours and gala attendance will be paid separately at an agreed rate.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate (or equivalent – ASA Level 2 Coaching Award)
• Swim England-approved Safeguarding qualification (or willingness to complete)
• Ability to work a combination of evenings, early mornings, and weekends
• Availability to attend competitions (as required)
• Teacher's rescue certificate or equivalent (ability to obtain)
• UK driving license desirable and the ability to travel to our training venues across the Borough of Croydon through independent means
• Right to work in the UK
• Undergo Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming coaching team
• Opportunities for personal growth and gaining experience
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on young swimmers
• Flexible, part-time working hours (discussed with suitable candidates)
• We reserve the right to close applications sooner than the closing date if we find the right candidate.

The current timetable would require the successful candidate to attend:

• Monday - 7.30-9 pm Waddon LC, CR0 4RG
• Wednesday 6-7.30 am Waddon LC, CR0 4RG
• Friday 7.15-9.30 pm Waddon LC, CR0 4RG

How to apply

Please send the following by the closing date:

• a cover letter including a personal statement about why you would like to join our team, addressing the essential criteria and why you believe your skills, experience and values meet the required position
• your CV with all necessary experience and coaching qualifications
• the names and contact details of two referees.

This vacancy may require the following qualifications:

• Water Safety: RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
• Water Safety: RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
• Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award