Abingdon Vale Swimming Club (AVSC) in Oxfordshire is looking for an inspiring and experienced Head Coach to start as soon as possible.  The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing our competitive swimming programme.

We are a friendly and ambitious SwimMark-accredited club with 180 swimmers from ages 8-26, with a strong Academy and eight competitive squads. Our swimmers compete in club champs and open meets; County, Regional, National and British championships; and a variety of regional leagues and galas, including the West Midlands Premier division of the Arena League and Thames Valley Junior League.

The poolside team comprises 10 regular qualified coaches, including those with expertise in open water and land training. They are supported by an enthusiastic and proactive committee and other volunteers.  We are based primarily at Abingdon School, Oxfordshire with excellent pool facilities, and the performance squads train regularly at long course pools further afield.   AVSC is committed to safeguarding all our members. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and must have or attend the UK coaching Safeguarding and Protecting Children course.