Join the Swim England Water Polo Talent Centre Team
Are you passionate about developing young athletes? Interested in taking your coaching or support skills to the next level in a nationally recognised programme? Then Swim England’s Water Polo Talent Centres want to hear from you.
What Are Talent Centres?
Swim England Water Polo Talent Centres are regional hubs dedicated to the long-term development of both players and coaches. These centres offer a consistent, high-quality training environment for U14 and U16 athletes who are on the national talent pathway.
But it’s not just about players — Talent Centres are just as much about building a strong coaching and support network, providing growth opportunities for everyone involved, from experienced coaches to new volunteers.
Why Get Involved?
- Develop Your Skills: Whether you’re on the poolside or behind the scenes, you’ll gain valuable experience in a performance environment.
- Build the Future: Help shape the next generation of water polo talent in England.
- Join a Team: Work alongside other passionate, skilled individuals in a supportive and progressive structure.
- Make a Difference: Your time and expertise will directly support young athletes and strengthen the pathway
Who Are We Looking For?
We’re building a pool of individuals interested in joining Talent Centres in a variety of roles. Expressing your interest helps us get to know you and contact you when opportunities arise. Please note: expressing interest does not guarantee an immediate position.
- Oversees the entire Talent Centre programme.
- Leads delivery and coordination across all age groups.
- Requires an appropriate Swim England or IOS coaching qualification.
- Paid role: £20/hour (casual worker status, 3 terms per year).
- Leads a specific age group.
- Delivers sessions, conducts player reviews, and supports assistant coaches.
- Requires a coach qualification.
- Paid role: £15/hour (casual worker status).
- Supports session delivery and player development under the Lead Coach.
- Helps with small-group coaching and feedback.
- Requires an Assistant Coach qualification.
- Paid role: £12.60 outside London or £13.85/hour inside London (casual worker status).
- A voluntary entry-level role ideal for those with current or former national programme playing experience.
- Provides poolside support, helps organise equipment, and assists coaches during sessions. <>
- We aim to support successful Poolside Helpers in completing their Level 1 / Assistant Coach course in the future, where possible.
- Provides administrative support to the Head Coach and Talent Centre staff.
- Main contact for parents, players, and Swim England staff.
- Manages registrations, selections, and session logistics.
- Non-poolside role.
- Paid role: £12.60/hour outside London or £13.85/hour inside London (up to 40 hours per term (casual worker status).
- Attends sessions and events, supports with registration, attendance, and player wellbeing.
- Provides pastoral care and helps maintain session standards.
- Must have Safeguarding, DBS, Data Sharing Agreement, and minimum Team Manager Level 1 qualification.
- Voluntary role.
Be Part of the Talent Centre Movement
Swim England’s Talent Centres are about more than developing athletes — they’re about building a thriving, knowledgeable, and supportive community of coaches, managers, and volunteers.
If you’re passionate about water polo and ready to give back, grow, or get started — we want to hear from you.
How to Get Involved
If you’re ready to make an impact — on the poolside or behind the scenes — let us know!
You won’t be committing to a role immediately, but by filling out the form, you’ll join our network of potential coaches and support staff. We’ll be in touch as and when opportunities become available.
Be Part of the Talent Centre Movement
Swim England’s Talent Centres are about more than developing athletes — they’re about building a thriving, knowledgeable, and supportive community of coaches, managers, and volunteers.
If you’re passionate about water polo and ready to give back, grow, or get started — we want to hear from you.
