Development Coach

Hamilton Aquatics is seeking a dedicated Development Coach to join our dynamic coaching team in Abu Dhabi. 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.

How to apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please click the Apply button. You will be redirected to Hamilton Aquatics’ official job page to complete your application.

Contact phone

0097144508832