JOB DESCRIPTION
POST TITLE:
Head of Performance Swimming
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Corporate Aquatics Manager
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Swimming Coaches
DATE AGREED:
September 2016
JOB PURPOSE:
1.
Be responsible for the BPL Performance Swimming Program across all contracts,
ensuring improvement in quality of service, efficient and effective operations and
profitability.
2.
To deliver a lead role in the management and development of the BPL
Performance Swimming Programmes and assist the development of the Aquatic
Programme across all contracts. To lead and take responsibility for all session
programs ensuring key performance indicators are met while directly coaching
the BPL Bassetlaw Performance A-Squad.
3.
Implement an annual training and competition plan for BPL Bassetlaw
Performance Swimming Programme to maximize the potential of all squad
members based on LTAD and Governing Body guidelines inline with Swim 21.
4.
To take a lead role in the marketing and implementation of outreach programs
for aquatics in different community groups and schools as well as linking into
local aquatic clubs and developing the aquatic pathways
5.
To ensure payments both in cash and direct debit are collected before
commencement of each month and that income and attendance are maximised
across the full squad program.
6.
Aid and assist to seek new business opportunities for BPL Performance
Swimming programme
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
1. Responsible for the daily management of the Bassetlaw Performance Swimming
Programme including the organisation of staffing levels of an appropriate standard
ensuring a quality service is consistently provided on all sessions.
2. Working closely with British Swimming Programme and recommendations to deliver
the BPL Performance Swimming Program
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3. Maximise the performance of the members and coaches within the BPL Performance
Swimming Programme
4. Maximise income, yield and attendance by effective management of the bookings
system and ensuring squads are filled within the Bassetlaw BPL Performance Swimming
Programme
5. Market and promote the aquatics and performance swimming programs in
conjunction with the Corporate Aquatics Manager, thus increasing awareness around the
aquatics and performance swimming programmes for local clubs.
6. Attend all appropriate competitions as outlined in the annual competition plan and
develop local competitive opportunities within BPL Performance Swimming Programmes.
7. Organise and deliver regular meetings with all of the Bassetlaw squad coaches, to
ensure that the performance swimming program continues to deliver the service
required by the customers. Attend and report at management or committee meetings as
required
8. Responsible for all recruitment, training, support and advise to the swimming
coaches along with ensuring that all coaches are kept up to date with the latest
developments and trends through continuous personal development.
9. Accountable for reporting on income (profit/loss), expenditure (staffing, resources),
training & development of coaches along with new initiatives and general operational
issues.
10. Accountable for the collection of payments for all bassetlaw performance provisions,
utilizing the existing management systems in place.
11. To provide information and assist customers with enquiries, with the aim of turning
enquiries into members.
12. Be able to coach a full range of abilities of the performance swimming programme
and if required, assist the coaches with the coaching of lessons.
13. To build a resources library so that coaches can loan books, videos and other
learning resources to further develop their knowledge surrounding coaching
performance swimming
14. Develop positive links with local Aquatic Clubs across all contracts and aid the
develop of these clubs
15. To conduct regular assessments of coaches including carrying out the annual
performance appraisals, with the aim of improving performance, and further developing
coaching skills.
16. With support from the aquatic team, promote and organise competitions, specialist
sessions and both local and national initiatives to support the BPL Aquatics program.
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And any other duties commensurate with the grade and falling within the
scope of the post, as requested by Management.
JOB HOLDER
MANAGER/SUPERVISOR
Agreed by: ……………………………………
Agreed by: ……………………………………
Date: ………………………………………….
Date: ………………………………………….
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST TITLE: Head of Performance Swimming
Criteria
Essential
Skills
Ability to prepare and deliver a successful
Knowledge
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performance lead swimming program
Abilities
Ability to prepare and deliver scientific
annual training programs for pool and land
based training
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Able to priorities workloads and meet
deadlines.
Able to motivate coaching staff, appraise
performance and deliver on the job training
as required.
Good level of numeracy to a standard that
facilitates accurate financial reporting on
profit and viability
Ability to communicate both verbally and in
writing to a high standard.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and
Excel spreadsheets
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Excellent planning and organisational skills
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Strong team-building skills.
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Ability to persuade others and facilitate
effective procedural change.
Understanding of performance swimming
programs and the latest emerging trends.
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Desirable
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Experience of staff supervision.
Experience
Experience of the management a
performance swimming program
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Experience of working within British
Swimming Performance programs / teams
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Proven track record of coaching national
and international level swimmers
Qualifications/
Training
Experience of dealing with personnel/
staffing issues (rotas, etc.)
ASA Level 3 coach (or working towards)
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Degree level coaching qualification
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification /
RLSS National Water Rescue Test for
Swimming Teachers and Coaches or
equivalent
Other
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On-Going commitment to Continues
Personal Development
Able to work as part of a flexible rota
system involving evenings & weekends
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Able to work at other venues or sites if
required.
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Full Driving License and access to a vehicle
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JOB HOLDER
MANAGER/SUPERVISOR
Agreed by: ……………………………………
Agreed by: ……………………………………
Date: ………………………………………….
Date: ………………………………………….
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POSITION: Head of Performance Swimming
Information to Candidates on Employment Terms and Conditions
The following details outlining some of the main Terms and Conditions of Employment
are for information only. They do not constitute a contractual agreement. A full Contract
of Employment will be issued to the successful applicant on appointment.
1. Working Hours
The normal hours of work will be 37 hours per week, to be worked to suit the
needs of the service which may include evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
2. Holidays
There are 20 days annual leave from 1 April to 31 March each year plus 8 Bank
Holidays (pro rata for part-time staff). Staff appointed part way through a holiday
year will receive a proportionate entitlement.
3. Salary
The rate of pay will be up to £26,556 per annum.
4. Pension
Staff will be eligible to join Nottinghamshire Local Government Pension Scheme.
5. Probationary Period
All new appointments are subject to a probationary period of 6 months during
which time suitability for the position appointed will be assessed.
6. Notice Period
The notice period that will operate on both sides to terminate the Contract will be
one month or, on the employer side, one week for every year of service (to a
maximum of 12 weeks) if this is greater.
7. Appointment
Appointments made are subject to satisfactory to the employer of a health
clearance two references and DBS check.
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