About This Role
UWCSEA Phoenix Swim Team is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Swim Coach to join our team at Dover Campus, with an ideal start date of August or September 2026. This role reports to the Head of Aquatics.
The successful candidate will confidently lead Junior Squad and Age Group programmes and support coaching at Senior Squad level. We are seeking someone who is dynamic and flexible, able to contribute to the growth and ongoing development of our swim programme within a supportive international school environment.
Please note that this is a local contract, and housing or tuition fee allowances are not included in the compensation package.
Main Responsibilities
Coaching:
Work with team members to achieve a common goal and improve as a team.
Lead a Development squad
Teach within the Learn to Swim program
Act as a support Coach with the Senior Squads when necessary.
Prepare, plan and deliver technically sound session plans in line with the overall program philosophy and plan.
Monitor student attendance/progress and provide feedback to parents periodically
Manage & achieve targets based on annual plans.
Assist PE teachers with delivering PE lessons during swim units throughout the school year.
Look at every setback during coaching as an opportunity to learn and improve.
Operational:
Ensure the pool area is safe, secure and presentable at all times.
Maintain necessary administrative log records and arrange setup and clearing of equipment for swim classes and swim events.
Maintain Equipment checklist and report to Head of Aquatics any concerns.
Administrative:
Assist in coordinating pre-season assessments, registrations, trials, and class allocations.
Assist with the sign-up process.
Respond to and follow up on any parent enquiries by email and telephone.
Hosting Meets and Invitationals:
Complete Swim Meet Entries. Attend and coach at meets in which the Swim Team is competing.
Plan sessions and track athletes’ performance.
Assist to ensure meets can be run smoothly.
Assist in liaising with parent volunteers and High School volunteers and provide direction and guidance to their supporting role
Person Specifications
Level 2 Coach or UKCC Level 2 certified or International equivalent
Qualified swim coach with minimum 2 years of experience coaching
Certified First Aider
Computer literate and familiar with Gmail and google platforms (Familiar with Full Solution ACTIVE Hy-Tek' Swim Software: Team Manager & Meet Manager)
Confident in using social media, responsibly, as a tool to promote learning
Able to work with children of different age groups
A team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask and work independently
Communicate confidently with parents and staff, including public speaking and daily email, within an international school environment.
Application
Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.