Development Coach

Job Description

Job Type: Part-Time – Self-Employed

Hours: Variable per week (minimum of 2 hours) – evenings and weekends available

Salary: Salary on request (dependent on qualification and experience)

About Us

Inverclyde Amateur Swimming Club (Inverclyde ASC) is the only competitive age group swimming club in Inverclyde. We are committed to providing opportunities and resources for every swimmer to reach their full potential within a friendly, inclusive and supportive environment. Our aim is not simply to produce champions, but to create an environment in which champions are inevitable.

Formed in 1978 through the merger of Greenock ASC and Port Glasgow Baths ASC, the club builds on a strong history of success across Scottish and GB swimming, including national champions and national team representatives.

We continue this legacy through high-quality coaching, with a focus on water skills, water safety and competitive performance, while supporting swimmers from grassroots through to competition.

Our dedicated coaching team and Management Committee are committed to continually developing the club and providing the best possible environment for swimmers across Inverclyde and the surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with our Head Coach and team of coaches to provide consistent and high quality coaching across all squads.
• Plan, deliver, review and evaluate training sessions appropriate for the development of swimmers.
• Develop swimmers’ technical ability across all four strokes, as well as starts, turns and overall race skills.
• Foster a positive and progressive culture that supports each swimmer to achieve their potential.
• Monitor and review swimmer progress in both training and competition.
• Attend competitions with designated squads and support across the club when required.
• Provide support and cover for other squads as needed.

About You

• Passionate about swimming and working with children and young people of varying ages and abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with swimmers, parents and fellow coaches.
• Encourage and inspire swimmers to develop a lasting passion for the sport.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to continuous professional development.
• Supportive of swimmer wellbeing and creating a safe, enjoyable environment.

Criteria

• Minimum UKCC Level 1 or Level 2 Coaching Qualification (Level 2 preferred), or SSTQ/SSCQ equivalent or willingness to work towards further qualifications.
• Background in swimming.
• Previous coaching experience or experience working with children/young people in a swimming or sporting environment (preferred).
• Flexible and willing to work evenings and weekends, including competitions.
• Good understanding of stroke technique and long-term athlete development principles.
• Willing to adhere to club and Scottish Swimming policies and codes of conduct.
• PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme membership or willingness to obtain.
• Able to provide two references (at least one professional).

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV outlining your qualifications and experience to