Development Coach @ Hamilton Aquatics Dubai

Hamilton Aquatics is seeking a dedicated Development Coach to join our dynamic coaching team in Dubai. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a crucial role in shaping young swimmers into competitive athletes while fostering a love for the sport. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering and planning high-quality coaching sessions for our Development Squads, nurturing talent, and promoting the values that define our success.

Key responsibilities

Coaching and Development

• Deliver and plan sessions for Foundation, Development, and Potential Squads, as directed by the Head of Development.
• Deliver technique-focused, skill-enhancing sessions aligned with the Hamilton Aquatics philosophy.
• Track swimmer attendance, set individual targets, and ensure training evolves to meet their progress.
• Promote participation in competitions, advise on event selection, and attend competitions locally and overseas as needed.
• Recruit swimmers into the squads and talent-identify athletes from our Learn to Swim program to ensure full squads and a high-quality pipeline.

Communication and Teamwork

• Maintain proactive communication with swimmers, parents, and staff.
• Handle inquiries and complaints professionally, escalating where necessary.
• Report to the Head of Development daily, attend weekly coach meetings, and lead area meetings with documentation.

Quality Assurance and Safety

• Adhere to all child protection policies, Hamilton Aquatics' code of conduct, and health and safety protocols.
• Manage site responsibilities, including pool safety checks and first aid as necessary.

Administration Duties

• Complete necessary administration tasks, including booking and competition entries.
• Ensure swimmer attendance and progression records are up to date.
• Support the Head of Development with new recruit inductions.

Community Engagement

• Represent Hamilton Aquatics professionally at competitions, galas, and events.
• Organise and deliver clinics with local schools to build relationships and raise swimming levels.
• Lead school training sessions and assist schools in inter-school competitions.

What we offer

• Private medical insurance and end-of-service benefits.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Professional development opportunities, including continuing professional development (CPD) and collaboration with experienced coaches.
• A supportive coaching environment with a history of success at regional and international levels.
• Access to lifestyle discounts.

Desired qualifications and experience

• UKCC Level 2 Coaching in Aquatics (or equivalent) .
• Lifeguard Qualification (or willingness to obtain upon hire) .
• Experience in coaching young swimmers, particularly at the Learn to Train and Train to Train stages.
• Proven track record in developing age-group swimmers and ensuring smooth squad transitions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of swim stroke mechanics and training methodologies.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency in IT and video analysis tools.