Swim Head Coach - Chad Le Clos Swim Academy

About the role

As Head Coach of the Virgin Active Chad Le Clos Swim Academy, you will lead the competitive swimming programme at club level, inspiring swimmers of all abilities to reach their potential through structured, inclusive and engaging coaching. The role is permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the competitive swimming programme and coach swimmers from entry-level squads through to Elite and Masters.
• Deliver coaching programmes in line with academy, Virgin Active and CLEC standards, and build training programmes around the CLEC coaching framework.
• Monitor swimmer performance, progression, attendance and retention, and give regular feedback to swimmers and parents.
• Assess, group and progress swimmers by ability and performance, and drive participation in galas, competitions, clinics and academy events.
• Lead, manage and develop assistant coaches and contractors, and manage coaching resources and contractor use.
• Work with the Club General Manager, Regional Coach and CLEC Operations Team, and drive membership growth, revenue, occupancy and retention.
• Maintain accurate attendance, swimmer, programme and operational records, ensure compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding and operational requirements, and keep professional brand standards.
• Take part in training, workshops, CPD and performance reviews, and contribute to a high-performance coaching culture.

Required profile

• Matric / NSC certificate.
• Swimming South Africa Level 1 coaching qualification or higher, plus valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
• At least 2 years of swimming coaching experience, preferably in a club or academy setting, coaching children and adults across multiple levels.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver structured programmes and measurable swimmer progression.
• Preferred: experience leading or managing a swimming programme, and experience managing or mentoring coaches and contractors.

Required skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Understanding of pool safety, hygiene and safeguarding requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and work with all levels of the business.
• Nice to have: additional swimming or coaching qualifications, competitive swimming or high-performance coaching experience, and knowledge of swimmer development pathways.