Head Coach Job Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic Head Coach with extensive experience in competitive diving and athlete development to lead our vibrant Club into its next phase of growth.
Position Overview
The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the development and performance of our divers and Assistant Coaches, responsible for creating and implementing competitive and non-competitive diving training programmes.
Key Responsibilities
* Program Development and Implementation:
o Develop individual performance goals for various age groups and skill levels, create monthly lesson plans for pool and dryland time, and provide coaching plans for short-, medium- and long-term cycles.
o Optimise the pool/dry-land time to ensure effective use of facilities and produce an annual competition/training camp program that develops all competitive club members.
* Coaching and Athlete Development:
o Monitor diver progress, providing individualised feedback, guidance and adjustment to training as needed.
o Motivate and mentor Assistant Coaches, support them in developing coaching programmes and competitive pathways, and foster a positive and inclusive Club environment.
* Competition and Event Management:
o Plan and coordinate participation and selection of athletes and/or teams for competitions and training camps, set competition goals and targets for athletes, and attend diving competitions to provide on-deck coaching and support.
Qualifications and Skills
* Education and Certification:
o Hold a Swim Ireland Level 2 Coaching Certificate for Diving or equivalent international certification (e.g. Swim England Diving Coach Certificate).
o Valid Swim Ireland/Sport Ireland Safeguarding Level 1 Certificate and Certified Garda vetting with Swim Ireland credentials.
* Experience:
o Proven coaching experience at a competition level with success.
o Leadership experience managing teams and working with athletes of various ages and abilities.
* Skills:
o Strong understanding of diving techniques and training methods.
o Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
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