Job Description

JOB TITLE: SWIM COACH (Competitive)

Links to: Aquatics Director

WHO ARE WE?

Nexus is an empowering, learning-focused community. We strive to create an honest, open and innovative community with our learners, parents and peers. We believe that we have something unique and special here, we are proud to be different in the way we work; and how we teach and learn.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are seeking an experienced Competitive Swim Coach to join our aquatics team and work with one of our competitive swim squads. This role is ideal for a club coach looking to transition into a school-based programme, where performance coaching sits alongside strong pastoral care, clear schedules, and collaboration with experienced Lead Coaches.

You will be supported by our Lead Coaches, allowing you to focus on quality coaching, swimmer development and long-term progression.

JOB DESCRIPTION

To efficiently and effectively support the Aquatics and PHE Department in their delivery of high level swimming teaching and coaching across the school. Experience of teaching swimming in a school setting is essential.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach a competitive squad, delivering well-planned land and in-water sessions
• Collaborate closely with Lead Coaches on training direction and swimmer progression
• Support Senior Squad sessions when required
• Support Swim Academy sessions when required
• Assist with the organisation and delivery of swim meets (local and international)
• Support PHE swimming lessons as part of a broader, well-rounded aquatics programme
• Assist with meet entries and swimmer administration using TeamUnify and Team Manager
• Contribute positively to whole-school events and the wider school community

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Recognised swimming coaching qualification (e.g. ASCA, AUS Swimming or other internationally recognised equivalents)
• Minimum of 5 years’ coaching experience in a club or squad environment
• Experience working with swimmers of different ages and abilities
• Comfortable using Google Workspace and swim management software

Desirable:

• Experience in an international school or youth development pathway
• Knowledge or experience in strength and conditioning for swimmers
• NROC licence
• Sport degree or equivalent

Why This Role Appeals to Club Coaches

• Structured training environment with strong leadership support
• Clear swimmer pathways and manageable squad sizes
• Emphasis on quality coaching over volume
• Improved work–life balance compared to traditional club roles
• Opportunity to influence both performance and personal development

Nexus International School (Singapore) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our children and families. Nexus endorses the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which Singapore ratified on 11 December 2008, and establishes a clear policy and guidelines to protect our learners from maltreatment by any person or persons who come in contact with them in any environment.

Nexus International School (Singapore) is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and value the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our school.

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities, the role may be revised from time to time.

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