Swimming Coach

The Compay
A fantastic opportunity to work for Elite Sports Academy, one of the largest Sports Services companies in the UAE. A sports coaching company that are passionate about providing the highest quality services including; Sports Coaching and Development, Complete ECA programs for Schools, Sports Holiday Camps, Facility Management and Supply PE teachers.
The organisation provides a comprehensive portfolio of curricular and extra-curricular sports programs run by a team of fully-qualified coaches throughout Dubai in the UAE.
The Candidate
We are looking for a Full-time Swimming Coach to deliver sessions in our extra-curricular and external clubs.
Job Responsibilities
* To do the necessary preparation and set up prior to the session and liaise with other coaches/colleagues as needed.
* To provide positive and fun sessions.
* Responsible for the safeguarding and protection of children.
* Notify the Management/Parents immediately of any incidents
* Responsible and appropriate manner always in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy
* Ensure accurate registers of your sessions are kept.
* Communicate effectively with parents regarding child's progress.
Job Requirements
* Level 2 Coaching qualification
* Proven experience as Swimming Coach/Teacher.
* Experience in the sports coaching and/or education sector.
* Experience working with students aged 3-12 years.
* An enhanced CRB/DBS check.
* Safeguarding & Protecting Children Certificate.
* First Aid qualified.
* Good communication and organisational skills.
* Proficient in MS Office.
* Confident in coaching a range of different sports.
* Good leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team
* Good interpersonal skills - Ability to communicate effectively with gymnasts, parents and other members of staff
* Ability to understand the learning process and training principles
* Ability to motivate and assist gymnasts to develop new skills safely
* Knowledge of injury prevention - understanding how to reduce the risk of injury to gymnasts