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Are you passionate about swimming instruction, leadership, and operational development? We are now looking for a Head of Swimming School on a full-time fixed-term basis for the autumn term of 2026. For the right candidate, there is an opportunity for extension. In this role, you are responsible for planning, quality, and the daily operations of our largest activity branch.

About Upsala Simsällskap

Founded in 1796, Upsala Simsällskap is the world's oldest swimming club. Every week, we meet hundreds of children and young people in our activities, and the swimming school is the foundation for their continued journey in the sport. Here, safety, quality, community, and development are at the center.

Why you should choose us

Here, you have the opportunity to make a real difference for hundreds of children and young people every term. As the Head of Swimming School, you play a key role in developing the club's largest activity and get to combine operational leadership with long-term development work. Together with dedicated colleagues, you will have the opportunity to influence the development of the activity and contribute to even more children getting a safe and inspiring start in swimming.

The role of Head of Swimming School

As the Head of Swimming School, you are responsible for the daily operations, planning, and development of the club's swimming school activities. You lead our swimming instructors and volunteer leaders and ensure that the activity maintains high quality according to Swedish Swimming's guidelines.

You work both administratively and operationally by the poolside. The role gives you great opportunities to influence the continued development of the swimming school, and you collaborate closely with the Club Manager, Head Coach, and other activity managers.

The position includes, among other things:

• Leading and developing the swimming school activities
• Planning groups, schedules, and staffing
• Recruiting, introducing, and supporting swimming instructors and leaders
• Monitoring quality and activity goals
• Contributing to budget work and financial follow-up
• Being responsible for administration and communication with guardians

The work is primarily carried out at Uppsala Simarena, with some activities at Fyrishov and Gottsunda, and covers daytime, evenings, and some weekends depending on the needs of the activity.

Employment

The position is a full-time (100%) fixed-term appointment during the autumn term of 2026, with a start date in August or as agreed. The employment runs until December 18, 2026, and is paid a monthly salary. A large part of the working hours are scheduled for evenings, nights, and weekends. For the right person, there are good opportunities for extension. Collective agreement with Arbetsgivaralliansen, industry agreement for sports.

What we offer

Here, you get a key role in the development of the club's largest activity. You become part of a dedicated team with high ambitions, are offered good opportunities for competence development, and work in a modern work environment with strong community spirit in the world's oldest swimming club.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for you who want to develop both people and operations. You are a confident leader who easily creates structure, builds relationships, and inspires others. You enjoy taking responsibility and have a genuine interest in swimming instruction, child development, and club life.

To succeed in the role, we believe you:

• have experience in swimming instruction or training
• have experience in leadership
• are structured, solution-oriented, and pedagogical
• have good organizational and collaboration skills
• communicate well with children, guardians, and colleagues
• express yourself well in Swedish, both orally and in writing

Experience in club activities, operational development, administration, coach education, and training within Swedish Swimming is meritorious. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Application

Send your application with CV and cover letter to Club Manager Jenny Abrahamsson via email to [email protected]. Mark the application with "Head of Swimming School".

We work with rolling selections and therefore recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than August 14, 2026.

Questions?

If you want to know more about the position, you are warmly welcome to contact Club Manager Jenny Abrahamsson at 072-644 84 22 or via email [email protected].

Welcome with your application – together we develop the swimmers of the future!