Vacancy title:
Swimming Coach

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Sports, Fitness & Recreation]

Jobs at:
Rhodes Park Schools Group

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 22 2025

Duty Station:
Zambia | Lusaka | Zambia

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 8 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To plan and deliver swimming lessons appropriate to the level of swimmer ensuring adherence to the scheme of work and lesson plans
• Ensure safe provision of all swimming equipment and ensure it is used correctly and that it remains in good condition
• Make sure safety standards are followed in sessions and that risk assessments are undertaken
• Identify participants’ abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential
• Correct faults in swimming techniques and identify ways to improve performance
• To be a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment that motivates and encourages children to participate in swimming
• Organize and supervise assistants and helpers as directed by the Head of PE
• Regularly assess and report each participant’s ability and progress
• Work alongside the Swimming Coordinator, other Swimming Teachers/Coaches and Lifeguards to help ensure that participants can swim in a safe environment at all times.
• Creating an educational and safe swimming environment for all learners
• Ensuring high levels of customer service in every interaction with learners by understanding their concerns and accommodating their needs.
• Ensuring a high standard of safety at all times and providing first aid when necessary.
• Enforcing all company policies and procedures to maintain a quiet, safe and secure environment for learners.
• Adhering and adapting to all current and new ISAZ and ZASU policies, procedures and initiatives

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Full Grade 12 certificate with 5 Credit or better;
• A Secondary Teacher’s diploma in Physical Education with a bias towards swimming with two years working experience in a reputable organization. A Bachelor’s Degree will be an added advantage
• Swimming Coach/Instructor/Lifeguarding and Water Safety Certifications like ASCA/FINA or any other equivalents
• Qualified teacher registered and licensed with The Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ)
• Basic First Aid Training
• Confident and Knowledgeable Swimmer with a good Track-Record in Instructing
• The ability to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers

Knowledge / Experience /Skills/Competencies

•  Must be Computer literate
•  Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
•  A creative and enthusiastic approach both in and out of the classroom
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills
• Must hold high levels of integrity and professionalism

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: associate degree

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