Development Coach

Organisation:
Trojan Sports
Contract Type:
Permanent
Qualifications:
Water Safety: RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
Coaching: Swim England Land Training Certificate or Swim England Land Based Coaching Certificate
Coaching Swimming: Swimming Coach Certificate or Level 2 Award
Working Hours:
Full time
Location:
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary:
Tax-free salary: £34,00 per annum (dependent on exchange rate)
Closing Date:
12th October 2025 23:59

Trojan Sports is seeking a passionate and experienced Development Coach to support our growing success in Dubai.

Trojan Sports currently operates a state-of-the-art 50m pool, run to the highest possible standards, with the ambition of becoming the market leader for aquatics and customer service in the region. With this in mind, we are seeking an adaptable, motivated, and forward-thinking coach who can deliver high-quality training sessions and inspire the next generation of swimmers.

At Trojan Sports, our ethos is “quality first”. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best talent people who share our appetite to exceed, excel, and set new standards in swimming performance.

To be a Trojan means joining an organisation that provides one of the best working environments in aquatics. Alongside a highly competitive tax-free salary, extended holidays, allowances, and reduced working hours, you will enjoy unrivalled support for your personal and professional development. We believe that when our coaches thrive, our swimmers achieve more.

Key Responsibilities

Session Delivery and Coaching :

Plan and deliver structured, engaging, and progressive training sessions in line with Trojan Sports’ programme and industry standards.
Develop swimmers technically, physically, and mentally, across a variety of age groups and abilities.
Monitor and evaluate individual and squad performance, providing regular feedback to athletes and parents.
Set clear pathways for progression from Learn to Swim through to competitive squads.
Inspire and motivate swimmers to achieve their full potential while promoting enjoyment and lifelong participation in the sport.

Programme Support :

Collaborate with the wider Trojan Sports coaching team to ensure consistency and progression across all squads.
Represent Trojan Sports at galas, competitions, and events as required by senior management.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, achievements, and training progress through the club’s booking and monitoring systems.
Support the Learn to Swim Manager and Senior Coaching staff with administrative tasks where necessary.
Uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and safeguarding at all times.

Essential Qualifications :

Swim England Swimming Coach Certificate/ASA Level 2 Coaching Swimming Award (or equivalent).
RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) (or equivalent).
Valid First Aid at Work qualification.
Valid Child Protection/Safeguarding certificate.
Full UK Driving Licence (or international equivalent).

Desirable Qualifications :

Level 3 Education and Training Qualification.
Swim England Level 1 or 2 Teaching Swimming Qualification (for flexibility across programmes).

Personal Attributes and Skills :

A passion for inspiring and nurturing swimmers at all levels.
Responsible, dependable, and committed to excellence.
Approachable, positive, and resilient with a sense of humour.
Excellent communicator, with strong experience in a customer-facing environment.
Able to work both independently and as part of a high-performing team.
Innovative and creative in coaching methods and swimmer engagement.

Benefits :

Tax-free salary: £34,000 per annum (dependent on exchange rate).
Annual flight allowance.
Private medical insurance.
Additional supplemented holidays throughout the year.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.

How to apply

Send your CV and cover letter via the apply button.

Contact phone
+971 55 418 5240