Head of Performance

• Organisation:
• Hillingdon Swimming Club
• Contract Type:
• Permanent
• Qualifications:
• Water Safety: RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
• Water Safety: RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
• Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award
• Coaching Swimming: Senior Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 3 Award
• Working Hours:
• Full time
• Location:
• Uxbridge
• Salary:
• Competitive salary dependent on qualifications and experience
• Closing Date:
• 20th November 2025 23:59
• Job Reference:
• HSC 25

Hillingdon Swimming Club in Middlesex is looking for a Head of Performance. This is a strategic and operational leadership role responsible for the design, execution and management of the performance training programme at Hillingdon Swimming Club covering 3 squads with over 50 swimmers. The position involves working in partnership with the Executive Committee and in collaboration with the Head of Development ensuring the delivery of high-quality training and competition experience for swimmers from club to international level.

The performance squads are based at the Hillingdon Sports and Leisure Complex with its 50m pool.

Key Objectives :

• Lead and manage a high-quality training and development plan for all swimmers within the performance squads.
• Adapt and tailor training plans to suit varying abilities across the performance squads with a focus on skills and technique required for long-term progression.
• Enhance and structure land training programmes to complement pool sessions.
• Collaborate on a unified club coaching structure with the Head of Development.
• Develop and implement a coherent competition schedule supported by training plans.
• Manage, mentor and support coaches at all levels within the club.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement, performance excellence and athlete welfare.
• Represent the club at county, regional and national forums, including training camps.
• Champion swimmer welfare and ensure adherence to Swim England’s Wavepower and safeguarding policies.

Main Responsibilities :

• Direct planning and execution of training programmes.
• Lead on squad selection and progression.
• Establish, implement and review individual athlete training plans with clear goals and objectives.
• Attend competitions, including club-organised meets.
• Drive the technical and professional development of coaching staff.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with all stakeholders - Club Chair, Committee, parents and athletes.
• Organise land training and training camps.
• Produce content for newsletters, press releases and social media.

Candidate Profile

A highly motivated, experienced and visionary swimming coach with a strategic mindset, strong leadership and communication skills, and technical expertise, capable of building and maintaining a performance culture whilst fostering long-term athlete development and supporting a collaborative coaching team environment. Experience of effective and positive working with volunteers and parents to achieve shared aims.

Essential qualifications :

• Swim England Senior Coach Certificate/ ASA Level 3 Coaching Award (or Swim England Swimming Coach Certificateworking towards Senior Coach).
• Previous experience in a Head Coach or Assistant Head Coach role working with Performance swimmers.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of Aquatics GB pathways and competition systems.
• DBS Enhanced Check, Swim England Safeguarding certificate, full UK Driving Licence.
• NRASTC or NPLQ qualification (or availability to attend a course on commencement)

Desirable qualifications :

• Swim England Team Manager Modules 1 and 2
• Swim England Land Based Coach

Experience and Skills :

• Proven track record of developing competitive swimmers at multiple levels.
• Leadership and mentoring experience with coaching teams.
• Excellent planning, communication and organisation skills.
• Competence in using Team Unify, social media and other digital tools for communication.

Personal Attributes :

• Passionate, ambitious and aligned with the club’s long-term vision.
• Team-focused, patient and fair.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn, develop and engage in continuous professional development.
• Commitment to equality, inclusivity and positive club culture.

Location and Hours :

• Main location is Hillingdon Sports and Leisure Complex (Uxbridge) and other local pool facilities within the borough.
• Requirement to work early mornings, evenings and weekends and attend competitions and meetings.
• Remote work expected for administration and planning required (equipment provided).
• Domestic and international travel may be required.

Reporting Line

Reports to Club Chairman and Executive Committee.

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK as defined by government requirements

How to apply

If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity to utilise your skills and experience and have the personal qualities to succeed, then please send a message to the Chairman via the apply button for further details and an application pack or to arrange a preliminary discussion.