Enrichment Head Coach Swimming

starting August 2023

(One year contract with potential of permanent contract)

BSB is a not for profit, inclusive independent international school comprising 1,350 students from approximately 70 countries. Located in the parkland of Tervuren, we enjoy world class facilities set within an inspiring green campus, yet near all the amenities of the university city of Leuven and the capital city of Brussels. But what makes our school an exceptional place to learn and grow, and what really sets us apart, are the relationships we build, the culture of kinship we foster and the pursuit of quality in everything that we do.

We are committed to providing a vibrant and engaging holistic education for our students in a harmonious atmosphere. With everyone learning and working together to inspire success, we have created a thriving community with the notion of ‘one school’ at its heart. By balancing academic endeavour with pastoral care, and classroom-based learning with enrichment opportunities, we provide our students with the best opportunities possible to broaden their aspirations and horizons.  

Our curriculum is British based and uniquely adapted to the needs of our international and diverse student body. There is an Early Childhood Centre for children aged 1-3. Our Primary School offers a bespoke enquiry-based curriculum. Students in Year 10 & 11 study for (I)GCSE and BTEC courses. Post-16 students can choose from three internationally recognised pre-university examination courses: English A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or BTEC.  Our Enrichment programme is exceptional, offering over 100 activities per week. 

As one of the top performing schools in the world, BSB students go on to attend a wide range of top universities across the globe. We believe that our exceptional student outcomes and top world rankings are really a happy by-product of our unique culture built on care, curiosity, and collaboration. 

In a school of 1400, we have almost 700 students signed up for Enrichment swimming. BSB made a commitment 6 years ago with the opening of the pool that ‘every student will be given the opportunity to become the best swimmers they can be’ – and this is met through both the curriculum and enrichment provision.

As a school, our global reputation continues to grow. As a faculty, we have established ourselves as a beacon for sport throughout European International Schools with our highly successful and competitive Enrichment programme and ever-evolving core PE programme.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, energetic person with the ability to line manage a number of coaches and communicate with parents in a professional and supportive manner. 

Skills & Attributes:

• Hold ASCA Level 3 Swim coaching qualification or equivalent
• Leadership and organisational skills
• Hold a bachelors or undergraduate degree
• Hold and maintain a First Aid qualification
• Must have professional demeanour and appearance
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of methods of rescue, life saving techniques, artificial respiration, and first aid a plus

The Person:

• Commitment to the BSB Guiding Statements
• Committed to achieving the best at all times for BSB students
• Belief that in learning and in life more is achieved together than alone
• Committed to the safety and wellbeing of BSB students

In return, we offer:

• 1 year, full-time, term time only contract
• On the job training
• An interesting position in an international environment
• An attractive salary - BSB Operational scale – Band 4 representing a minimum of € 47.645 and maximum € 74.465 gross per year (depending on the years of relevant experience) and extra-legal benefits including hospitalisation insurance, extra pension payments, luncheon vouchers, free use of the BSB sport facilities

Application process:

The deadline for applications is Friday 10 February 2023 at 16:00 (CET). Please note that only applications sent in using the application form on the BSB website will be considered. No other submissions will be accepted.

Interviews will be held at the school before half term

We look forward to receiving your application. If you have not heard anything further from us by half term, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

“The British School of Brussels is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.” (with reference to the most recent KCSIE) 

BSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our community.