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Stronger, Sustainable Clubs Support Guide An overview of support and resources available to clubs in Scotland
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Stronger, Sustainable Clubs Support GuideAn overview of support and resources available to clubs in Scotland
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Welcome to Scottish Swimming’s Club Support Guide. Clubs remain Scottish Swimming’s core membership group, supporting a quality experience for interested athletes wishing to progress in their discipline. We believe that strong clubs can offer local communities a vibrant focus for coach, volunteer and athlete development, essential for creating lifelong participants and local and national heroes.
Scottish Swimming wants to support clubs to sustainably grow and retain the active membership of their club, increasing the opportunities they offer and the number of people taking part in club swimming or other aquatic disciplines. In addition, we want to support clubs to create an environment where the required coaching, practice time and attitudes are fostered and displayed to support the progression of athletes aspiring to world class performance.
This guide outlines the services and support available to clubs and is split into the following sections:
1 General Club Development Support and Resources
2 Support and Resources for Coaches, Teachers and Volunteers
3 Support and Resources for Technical Officials
4 Support and Resources for Performance and Performance Development
5 Scottish Swimming Team Contacts
Welcome
Section 1 General Club Development Support and Resources
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Regional Swimming Development Managers The Regional Swimming Development Managers (RSDMs) work within their specific regions, offering a strategic view in terms of what support, resource and expertise is required to develop club membership, infrastructure support and the athlete pathway. They offer clubs a variety of solutions to grow their membership, capacity and activities, based on previous experience along with new opportunities available, through internal and external initiatives. Club FrameworkThe Club Development Framework aims to help clubs reflect on how they operate and builds on the existing support and resources available to clubs across Scotland. The Framework aims to be flexible and simple, delivering a non-prescriptive approach to supporting clubs delivering quality environments. After consultation with our clubs and partners, six key components have been identified as critical to the delivery of quality club environments. In each of the key component areas we provide five guiding principle statements for clubs to consider whether these are in place and if they should be. The guiding principles are designed to be broad so that any club can use them, regardless of size, aspirations or level of athlete.
Club Development Community on Hive LearningThe Club Development Community on HIVE aims to provide a platform for discussion and sharing good practice. It will also provide resources for clubs to access as and when they require to support the development of any or all of the key components of the Club Framework.
Club AccreditationSwiMark/SwiMark Plus, DiveMark/DiveMark Plus, PoloMark/PoloMark Plus and SynchroMark/SynchroMark Plus is Scottish Swimming’s quality aquatic development programme. The aim is to provide a nationally recognised standard that will enable clubs to: develop safe, effective and child friendly environments, based on good practice; improve participants experience through well trained coaches and volunteers; encourage lifelong participation through sustainable development pathways. Scottish Swimming has revised and strengthened Club Accreditation as a development tool for all aquatic clubs. To support the revised programme, online resources are available for clubs with the Regional Team ensuring that every club receives the necessary support to gain and maintain accreditation. For more information about any of these programmes, please contact your RSDM.
Section 1 General Club Development Support and Resources
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Governance WorkshopThis workshop aims to support clubs to improve governance and encourage communication by providing templates and examples of good practice.
Club Development Planning WorkshopThis workshop aims to support clubs to set goals and plan for long-term sustainability; understand strengths and weaknesses and the external opportunities and threats; benchmark & understand membership trends; understand gaps in provision and explore opportunities for development.
Azolve Online Club Development Planning ToolTo support the club development planning workshops, Scottish Swimming has further developed the online club development planning tool to be aligned to the Club Framework. RSDMs facilitate the online process to help clubs assess where they currently are and identify their key priorities going forward. The tool takes all the information from the process and generates it into a tailored club development report and 3 year development plan.
Culture & Human Connections WorkshopScottish Swimming are happy to deliver culture and human connections workshops to support clubs consider the cul-ture they are trying to create, how it is delivered and what impact it has on the club. The culture of a club/organisation is reflected in the values, beliefs, behaviours and expec-tations the club upholds. As leaders within a club envi-ronment it is crucially important we know ourselves, know others and know our club. This workshop supports clubs to explore this area further.
Club of the Year AwardTo recognise the strong network of clubs across Scotland, we launched a Club of the Year Award in 2014. Nominations are welcome from any accredited club who can demonstrate good practice across key areas.
Wellbeing and ProtectionScottish Swimming is committed to promoting the wellbeing of athletes within our sport to allow them to enjoy a positive experience of swimming and to encourage lifetime participation. We are committed to providing continuous support, training and guidance to our volunteer and staff within this area. It is a constitutional requirement for clubs to appoint a Wellbeing & Protection Officer (WPO). The WPO is our main point of contact within clubs, and they are kept up to date through Wellbeing & Protection Officer Newsletters and networking events. Scottish Swimming asks the WPO to communicate useful information, training opportunities and changes in legislation to the club network.
Young Volunteer ProgrammeTo support membership retention and empower young people to volunteer across our pathway, Scottish Swimming will deliver a Young Volunteer Programme across Scotland. The programme includes a Young Technical Officials, Young Events Coordinator, Young Ambassador and Poolside Helper as well as the continuation of the successful Young Leaders Squad programme.
For more information about any of these programmes, please contact your RSDM.
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PartnershipsScottish Swimming continues to meet with partners and share guidance on facility development, facility access, water management, club development, and performance coaching. We have various partnership agreements in place across Scotland, helping to lay the foundations for clubs to be the driving force of aquatics within their community.
Disability and Para Swimming Scottish Swimming continues to work in partnership with Scottish Disability Sport to support and encourage clubs to work inclusively with athletes with a sensory, physical or learning impairment through appropriate education, development and local disability sport structures. Swimmers are identified through various opportunities run annually across Scotland. We offer education courses for coaches, teachers and technical officials to support this.
Local Aquatic Forums and PartnershipsClubs are supported to form partnerships with other local clubs and agencies, through a network, to deliver a wider offering which benefits everyone in the community. Forums aim to share and adapt good practice; enable a smooth transition from learn to swim to clubs; and enable pathway progression.
MarketingAll Scottish Swimming affiliated Clubs can advertise vacancies for free on the Scottish Swimming website. Affiliated clubs can use the Scottish Swimming logo on their official Club website and on any Club collateral. We actively encourage clubs to share their stories and pictures via our social media outlets. Scottish Swimming email out an end of month mail shot to all Scottish Swimming affiliated Clubs free of charge.
Volunteer Management for Clubs (VMC)VMC is a 3 hour classroom-based workshop aimed at club committees and is designed to:• Identify methods to plan for effective recruitment• Explore best practice in successful inductions• Identify a range of methods to support volunteers• Identify a range of methods to recognise and
reward volunteers
For more information about any of these programmes, please contact your RSDM.
Section 2 Support and Resources for Coaches, Teachers and Volunteers
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Teaching & Coaching Qualifications Scottish Swimming provides training for qualifications in Teaching (Learn to Swim), Coaching (Clubs) including the various aquatic disciplines. All qualifications are approved by SQA (Scottish Qualification Authority) and are mapped to the SCQF (Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework). Candidates can be confident that these qualifications are nationally recognised and set against a set of nationally approved occupational standards.
Qualifications available from Scottish Swimming are:
• Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification
• Levels 1, 2 and 3 in Coaching Swimming
• Levels 1 and 2 in Coaching Water Polo
• Levels 1 in Coaching Synchronised Swimming
• Levels 1 and 2 in Coaching Diving
Course information and syllabus can be found here: https://www.scottishswimming.com/education/courses-and-training.aspx
If you would like to undertake a qualification, please visit our Events calendar online for full details: https://www.scottishswimming.com/events-calendar/qualifications.aspx
If you would like to organise your own course we have produced a “Course Organiser Guide” which will give you step by step assistance with this. This document can be downloaded from our website: https://www.scottishswimming.com/education/courses-and-training.aspx
Section 2 Support and Resources for Coaches, Teachers and Volunteers
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Online LicensingFollowing the achievement of a recognised aquatic teaching and or coaching qualification, candidates will be able to apply for a teacher/coach licence. A licence will be valid for up to 3 years and will be renewable subject to the licensee meeting specific criteria. The criteria will be based upon accepted best practice but will not include a requirement for re-assessment. Whilst the licence will require the licensee to keep up to date on teaching/coaching methods and practices, the quality of the teaching/coaching will remain the responsibility of the club and the individual.
In 2016, Scottish Swimming launched online licensing for teachers and coaches. More information can be found here: https://www.scottishswimming.com/education/licensing-benefits.aspx
Coach Development Programmes – sportscotlandIn partnership with sportscotland, there is investment into the continuous professional development for volunteers, coaches, teachers and tutors.
The Coach Connect and Coaching Talent CPD programmes are aimed at Level 1 to Level 3 coaches, committed to their personal development. sportscotland’s coaching and volunteering team have worked in partnership with sports and local partners to develop a series of CPDs suitable for coaches across the country. More information and a list of courses can be viewed: https://sportscotland.org.uk/coaching/cpd-and-training/coach-connect-programme/
Continuous Professional Development Our Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Programme has been developed to enhance the skills of our qualified teachers and coaches. Visit the annual calendar to view up coming courses: https://www.scottishswimming.com/events-calendar/learning-development.aspx
Further details on these modules can be found on the CPD section on the Scottish Swimming Website: https://www.scottishswimming.com/education/cpd-for-coaches-teachers.aspx
Scottish Swimming Tutor WorkforceScottish Swimming is the recognised training provider for Scottish Swimming and SQA swimming teaching and coaching awards in Scotland. Part of the role of Training Provider includes Scottish Swimming setting the standards for CPD in Scotland and licensing teachers, coaches, and the tutor workforce in Scotland. All courses are delivered by approved tutors and trainers who undergo regular training to ensure consistency and high quality delivery across Scotland.
Tutor training is offered annually through an online application process. If you are interested in becoming a tutor please contact [email protected]
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Child Wellbeing & Protection in Sport WorkshopThis 3 hour workshop is suitable for coaches and volunteers who may come into contact with children. The workshop explores the code of conduct for those in contact with children and provides basic information on recognising child abuse and responding to concerns. It is recommended that all coaches and volunteers attend. For more information contact your WPO or [email protected]
As part of our development of the wellbeing and protection programme there are now online webinars for members to attend and reduce the need for travel.
For upcoming courses please visit the annual calendar;https://www.scottishswimming.com/events-calendar/learning-development.aspx
In Safe Hands / Club WPO Training WorkshopAimed at Wellbeing and Protection Officers this 3 hour workshop supports clubs to put child protection policies into practice. It is most suitable for those acting as the Club CPO but is also relevant for those responsible for managing or organising the club. Those attending this workshop must have attended the Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport workshop. For more information contact [email protected]
For upcoming courses please visit the annual calendar: https://www.scottishswimming.com/events-calendar/learning-development.asp
Both of the above training courses are mandatory for Child Protection Officers. Courses are free of charge for SASA members and are valid for 3 years.
Team Manager Courses This workshop is for individuals who are/will become Club Team Managers/National Squad Team Managers. This is a 3 hour workshop and aims to provide candidates with an understanding of the Team Manager role, and provide guidelines for good team management focussing on all aspects required to lead and manage a team in different situations from competitions to camps.
For upcoming courses please visit the annual calendar: https://www.scottishswimming.com/events-calendar/learning-development.aspx
Club Poolside Helper:Scottish Swimming understands the need to help clubs engage the volunteer workforce within the club environment. The Club Poolside helper course has two levels:
Club Poolside Helper Educator Trains existing Level 2 club coaches with over two years experience, to deliver an in-house training course to support and develop volunteers in the skills required to support coaches on poolside. The training is delivered annually through a 3 hour course involving theory and practical elements.
Club Poolside Helper this course is suitable for any individual aged 14years+ (no experience required). It is delivered within the club by approved educators. The syllabus is designed to provide a relaxed and comfortable environment for starting volunteers on the coaching pathway.
For more information on the programme visit: https://www.scottishswimming.com/education/cpd-for-coaches-teachers.aspx
To find the next upcoming courses visit the online calendar: https://www.scottishswimming.com/events-calendar/learning-development.aspx
Section 3 Support and Resources for Technical Officials
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Scottish Swimming delivers the full pathway for swimming technical officials’ development:
• Club Timekeeper• Judge 1 (Online)• Judge 2 (Online)• Judge 2S (Starter)• Referee
Additional modules are available to support continuous development including:
• Recorder• Contemporary Issues• FINA Rules• Meet Manager Operator• Disability Awareness• AOE Operator• Mentoring Officials
More information, including course syllabus and course organiser details can be found here:http://www.scottishswimming.com/members/volunteers/officials.aspx
District STO Conveners Contacts:
North District: [email protected]
East District: [email protected]
West District: [email protected]
Midland District: [email protected]
Section 3 Support and Resources for Technical Officials
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Water Polo Technical OfficialsThe following courses are offered as part of the WP Technical Official Pathway:
• Regional Table Official • National Table Official• Grade D Referee • Grade C Referee • Grade B Referee• Grade A Referee • International Referee
For more information regarding Water Polo technical officials courses please contact the Water Polo Technical Officials Coordinator: [email protected]
Diving Technical OfficialsBritish Swimming delivers the pathway for Diving. Qualifications include:
• Judge Levels• Assistant Referee• Referee
Positions can be licensed through IoS.For information on courses please contact the Diving Committee Chair: [email protected]
Open Water Technical OfficialsScottish Swimming and British Swimming jointly deliver the pathway for Open Water Officials. Qualifications include:
• Timekeeper• Judge level 1• Judge level 2• Referee• Safety Officer
For more information visit: http://www.scottishswimming.com/members/volunteers/officials/open-water-technical-officials.aspx
For more information regarding Open Water courses please contact the Open Water Technical Officials Coordinator: [email protected]
Para SwimmingBritish Swimming delivers the pathway for para swimming officiating. Also known as World Para Swimming (previously IPC swimming).
• WPS Level 1 – Online IPC & WPS awareness CPD• WPS Level 2 – 3 hour WPS technical CPD• WPS Level 4 – Technical course with exam & Practical assessment
An additional WPS Level 4 – Starter course is also available. For more information contact your District STO Convener.
Synchronised Swimming Technical Officials British Swimming deliver the pathway for Synchronised Swimming. Qualifications include:
• Judge 1• Judge 2• Judge 3• Referee
Other opportunities and roles available:
• Scorer & Recorder• Timekeeper• Chief Recorder
Positions can be licensed through IoS.For information on courses please contact the Synchronised Swimming Technical Official Coordinator – [email protected]
Section 4 Support and Resources for Performance and Performance Development
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Coaches and Athletes across Scottish Swimming are targeted for support through the implementation of the Performance Plan. Support comes in many different forms, including:
• Performance Centre investment• Performance Development• Full time coaching investment and partnerships• National Programme – Senior Gold, Silver, Bronze, DRP• Individual Coach development opportunities• Performance Team Support• sportscotland institute of sport support• British Swimming support
Section 4 Support and Resources for Performance and Performance Development
Coach Support
• District Regional Programme involvement and attendance at clinics/seminars
• Youth Development Squad involvement, specific planning/review, experiential learning (local), allocated mentoring, DRP Coaching positions, Regional Coaching Development Programmes
• Youth Squad/Senior Silver/Senior Gold, specific planning/review, experiential learning (local/national), flexible mentoring, DRP/YDS/YS coaching appointments, British Swimming exposure, competition exposure
• Youth Squad/Senior Silver/Senior Gold, Experiential learning (national/international), Coach Development Programmes generic and specific, non-swimming experience, flexible mentoring and mentors, DRP/YDS/ YS coaching positions, British Swimming, exposure and links, competition exposure
Athlete Support
• District Regional Programme
• DRP – 3 educational camps, opportunity to Senior Bronze – educational curriculum, education dates, additional training opportunities, stroke camps (selected)
• Youth Silver (YDS) – educational and training camp opportunities, competition experience, stroke camps
• Youth Gold – individual swimmer support, educational curriculum, review process, domestic/international training/competition opportunities, sportscotland institute of sport services
• Senior Silver — individual swimmer support, review process, athlete support funding, competition/training opportunities, sportscotland institute of sport services
• Senior Gold—individual swimmer support, review process, athlete support funding, domestic and international training/ competition opportunities, sportscotland institute of sport services
Scottish SwimmingAirthrey Castle, Hermitage Road University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA 01786 466520
Education [email protected]
GDPR (data protection) [email protected]
Finance:[email protected]
Wellbeing & Protection:[email protected]
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Euan [email protected] 466524 / 07740 987379
SERVICES TEAM
Elaine Mackenzie Director of Services [email protected] 01786 466522 / 07713 245734
Francesca Carlo Services Manager & Data Protection Officer [email protected] 01786 466525 / 07834 730578
Melanie Orr Executive Officer – Membership [email protected] 01786 466526
Janis Myles Services Administrator & Receptionist [email protected] 01786 466520
Deborah McGinniss Finance Manager [email protected] 01786 466523 / 07739 891707
Catherine Ely Executive Officer – Finance [email protected] 01786 466548 Helen Plank Head of [email protected] 01786 466464 / 07702 872964
Lindsay Lewis Events Manager [email protected] 01786 466547 / 07715 710581
Kirsten Phillips Communications Manager [email protected] 01786 466533 / 07730 661788
Lewis McKenzie Digital Communications & Marketing Officer [email protected] 01786 466531 / 07730 661789
DEVELOPMENT
Sharon MacDonald Director of Development [email protected] 01786 466534 / 07787 151051
Vacancy Club Development Manager [email protected] 466520
Andy MaguireRSDM – Central & West [email protected] 07894 613103
Alan Reed RSDM – East [email protected] 164644
Sean Dawson RSDM – Grampian & Tayside [email protected] 07801 578967
Colleen Blair RSDM – Highlands, Islands & Moray [email protected] 07809 658341
Paul DonaldRSDM – West [email protected] 07702 872965
Fiona Paterson Participation Programme Manager [email protected] 01786 466460 / 07720 738020
Gordon HunterParticipation Development Manager [email protected] 951363
Elaine Murdoch People Development [email protected] 01786 466520 / 07801 578966
Victoria Steele Executive Officer – Club Development [email protected] 466530
Rachel AdamsonExecutive Officer – Education [email protected] 466529
Nicola CurwoodExecutive Officer – Education [email protected] 466529
PERFORMANCE
Ally Whike Director of Performance [email protected] 01786 466470 / 07834 583318
Alan Lynn National Coach [email protected] 01786 466594 / 07990 029781
Dorothy Roberts Swimming Programme Manager [email protected] 01786 466527 / 07738 886151
Paul Wilson Disability Performance Development Manager [email protected] 01786 466502 / 07809 657661
Shona McCallum Executive Officer – Performance [email protected] 01786 466472
Section 5 Scottish Swimming Team Contacts
