Following the success of the British Para-swimmers at previous Paralympic Games, British Para-Swimming are looking to recruit classifiers to be part of our journey in the lead up to Tokyo and beyond.
We need classifiers to assess swimmers with a Physical, Visual or Intellectual impairment, enabling them to compete and progress through the Paralympic Pathway for swimming, could that be you.
"It is a great way to combine my skills (day job) with an interest in a sport that I have been involved with for many years. A lovely way of meeting different people from across the world and seeing swimmers with a variety of disabilities achieve success."
- Jill (Doctor)
Are you?
- A qualified doctor or Physiotherapist in practice for at least 2 years:
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- A Level 2/3 UKCC coach:
You could become a Technical classifier for physical impaired swimmers
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- A qualified Ophthalmologist or Optometrist:
You could become a classifier for visual impaired swimmers
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- A qualified HCPC Registered Psychologist:
You could become a classifier for intellectual impaired swimmers click
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All roles are voluntary and the appropriate training will be provided.
"I enjoy the challenge of stroke analysis with the additional consideration of the impact of impairments, it stretches my knowledge and widens my experience. I also enjoy the teamwork amongst all those involved in the furthering of such and inclusive sport."
- Jenny (Coach)
Interested?
Please email your current Curriculum Vitae to: classification@swimming.org or send to: Classification Coordinator, British Para-Swimming, 2nd Floor St James Building, Oxford St. Manchester M1 6FQ
Alternatively if you require further information please email: classification@swimming.org or telephone: 0161 244 5332