Lead Swimming Coach

Amity International School - Abu Dhabi

The Head of Swimming and Aquatics will lead the development and delivery of a high-performing swimming programme that spans Foundation Stage through to Post-16. The successful candidate will bring leadership, expertise, and passion to elevate swimming as both a curriculum subject and competitive sport. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an individual who thrives on building teams, inspiring excellence, and shaping strategic vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the whole school swimming and aquatics provision across curriculum and co-curricular programmes
• Design and oversee the delivery of progressive, age-appropriate swimming lessons aligned with the British curriculum
• Line manage and support aquatic staff, providing professional development and maintaining high teaching and coaching standards
• Organise and lead competitive swim squads, including talent identification, training plans, and gala entries
• Oversee the safe and effective management of the swimming pool, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations and risk assessments
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Sport and PE Department to align swimming with whole school sporting and wellbeing goals
• Organise internal and external aquatic events, including swim galas, festivals, and inter-school competitions
• Develop pathways for high-performing swimmers, connecting them with local clubs and external opportunities
• Monitor pupil progress, maintaining accurate records and reporting to parents and school leaders
• Promote the aquatics programme within the school and wider community through marketing, events, and outreach initiatives