Alicia Ball
Chester,Cheshire
Summary
A dedicated swimming teacher with a comprehensive understanding of all four strokes, honed through national-level competition in events such as the 800m and 1500m freestyle. Experienced in coaching younger swimmers at Hinckley Swimming Club and adept at teaching across the full ability range, with a deep knowledge of swim development stages aligned with children's physical and cognitive growth. Known for creativity in lesson planning, incorporating engaging themes that captivate young learners, inspiring a career transition towards primary school teaching. A collaborative team player who excels in working with diverse members of the swim teaching team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
ASA Level 2 Swimming Teacher
@Swim Chester
Chester, Cheshire
2025.09 - Current
- Ensured all safety measures were in place to avoid accidents.
- Collaborated with other instructors to develop comprehensive swim programs, improving overall course quality.
- Developed personalised training programmes for individual progress.
- Promoted water confidence amongst fearful or inexperienced swimmers through gentle acclimatisation activities.
- Incorporated fun games into lessons to enhance engagement whilst still focusing on skill building.
- Established positive relationships with parents, ensuring their understanding of child's development in swimming.
- Liaised closely with lifeguards to maintain highest standards of safety during sessions.
- Provided constructive feedback for improved stroke technique and efficiency.
- Adapted lesson plans based on individual capabilities to ensure progression.
- Demonstrated correct swimming techniques for effective learning.
- Conducted regular assessments to measure student progress.
- Documented lesson delivery and recorded attendance to monitor swimmer progress.
- Developed specialised classes for swimmers with disabilities.
ASA Level 2 Swimming Teacher
@ Swim Desford
Desford, Leicestershire
2023.08 - 2025.08
- Trained students of varying age groups, from toddlers to adults, successfully.
- Demonstrated correct swimming techniques for effective learning.
- Maintained a clean, hygienic pool area for the health of swimmers.
- Adapted lesson plans based on individual capabilities to ensure progression.
- Enhanced students' swimming skills by implementing diverse teaching techniques.
- Provided constructive feedback for improved stroke technique and efficiency.
- Conducted regular assessments to measure student progress.
- Incorporated fun games into lessons to enhance engagement whilst still focusing on skill building.
- Ensured all safety measures were in place to avoid accidents.
- Established positive relationships with parents, ensuring their understanding of child's development in swimming.
- Liaised closely with lifeguards to maintain highest standards of safety during sessions.
- Observed swimmers abilities and gave tips on improving technique.
- Documented lesson delivery and recorded attendance to monitor swimmer progress.
- Developed specialised classes for swimmers with disabilities.
- Followed current swimming instruction frameworks to meet certification standards and best practices.
Education
Foundation degree in Childhood and Education - Education
University of Chester
Chester 2025.10 -
A-Levels - PE, Biology, Psychology
Bosworth Academy
Leicestershire 2023.08 - 2025.06
GCSEs - Maths, English literature, English Language, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, PE, Geography, Spanish, Mu
Bosworth Academy
Leicestershire 2021.08 - 2023.06
Skills
- I have a comprehensive understanding of all four stokes as I have competed at National level swimming (main events 800m and 1500m free)
- Whilst training at City of Leicester swimming club I coached younger swimmers at my base club, Hinckley swimming club
- Whilst working for my current employer I have taught across the full ability range and I have comprehensive knowledge about the stages of swim development and how this aligns with the child's physical and cognitive development
- Each weekly lesson has a theme and I am very creative in incorporating the theme into the lesson Children love the varied weekly activities This creativity has inspired me to become a primary school teacher
- I am a team player and work well with all members of the swim teaching team
Timeline
Foundation degree in Childhood and Education - Education
University of Chester
2025.10 -
ASA Level 2 Swimming Teacher
@Swim Chester
2025.09 - Current
ASA Level 2 Swimming Teacher
@ Swim Desford
2023.08 - 2025.08
A-Levels - PE, Biology, Psychology
Bosworth Academy
2023.08 - 2025.06
GCSEs - Maths, English literature, English Language, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, PE, Geography, Spanish, Mu
Bosworth Academy
2021.08 - 2023.06