Somerset ASA (SASA) is committed to supporting Coach Development throughout the county and as such is offering a new opportunity for 7 Young Volunteers to further their career and personal development.
In partnership with the Institute of Swimming (IOS), we will be running a Swim England Level 1 Assistant Coach training course, which will be integrated within the County Development Pathway (CDP), held at Millfield senior school pool.
Candidates will complete their IOS qualification with a blended learning model of e-learning, webinars and practical sessions and will then be mentored poolside whilst assisting with the delivery of 4 sessions of the CDP programme, thus further embedding their learning and skills. Successful candidates can then apply for a paid position in the final term of the CDP.
E-Learning (approximately 12- 15 hours learning): Self-guided learning to be completed between the 10th and 24th of September. Those learners with significant experience should take fewer hours to complete this.
Webinars (11 hours learning):
- Wednesday 24th September 5.30pm
- Thursday 2nd October 5.30pm
- Wednesday 8th October 5.30pm
Practical (5 hours learning):
- Sunday 12th October 8.00am – 11.10am
- Sunday 9th November 9.00am – 11.00am
Mentored Volunteering:
- Sunday 7th December 9.00am – 11.00am
- Sunday 11th January 9.00am – 11.00am
- Sunday 15th February 9.00am – 11.00am
- Sunday 8th March 9.00am – 11.00am
Follow this link for further information about course content:
https://instituteofswimming.org/course-information/swim-england-swimming-assistant-coaching
Funding: SASA has secured a discounted rate of £221.25 for this course (normal cost c£375).
Candidates can apply for a guaranteed bursary to cover £150 through the Somerset ASA and South West Regional Bursary Scheme form, submitted via their home club, and will be expected to fund the remaining £71.25 themselves, paid in advance.
Applicants are welcomed from young volunteers aged 16 to 18 (as of the 10th September 2025) from any Somerset Club.
To Apply: Please complete the online Application Form by midnight on Saturday the 24th May.
Application Form Link: https://forms.gle/x1s3teyDDAftHRyE8
Selections will be made within 2 weeks of the closing date with all applicants notified of the outcome shortly after.
Please contact isabelblight@btinternet.com with any questions.