Caitlin Liddle
Swim Coach
Penicuik,Midlothian
Summary
A highly skilled coach with an excellent reputation, known for enthusiasm and motivation, consistently delivers results with minimal supervision. Demonstrates good communication skills and is a friendly, helpful team player. Possesses strong organisation and planning abilities, complemented by punctuality and reliability. IT literate and committed to continuous improvement and professional growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
School Swim Teacher
East Lothian Council
East Lothian
2019.03 - 2026.04
- Responsible for delivering swim classes for Primary 4’s from different schools
- Teaching classes with up to 20 children
- Adapting classes for differing abilities
- Various locations including North Berwick Sports Centre, Musselburgh Sports Centre and Tranent Sports Centre
- Encouraged students' love for swimming, fostering future aquatic interests.
Cafe Staff
Midlothian Snowsports Centre
, Midlothian
2015.01 - Current
- Dealt with customer complaints swiftly, ensuring satisfactory resolution for all parties involved.
- Completed opening and closing duties punctually, ensuring the cafe was ready for business and securely closed at all times.
- Handled cash management tasks for accurate accounting records.
- Answered customer queries, improving their overall experience in the café.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items
Swim Teacher
Aquatic Learning LTD
2015.01 - 2026.03
- Responsible for delivering a variety of swim classes at different levels (3yrs +)
- Working solo and with assistants
- Communication with the parents, giving feedback on their child’s progress
- Various locations including Dalkeith Community Campus and Portobello High School
- Ensuring the progression sheets are completed and up to date for each child in class for each venue
- Achieved seamless session coordination through effective management of bookings and payments.
- Delivered a supportive atmosphere that contributed to team productivity.
Swim Teacher
Swimwell Scotland LTD
2015.01 - 2023.07
- Responsible for delivering a variety of swim classes at different levels (3yrs +)
- Working at venues solo and at venues with a team
- Admin such as registers, certificates and assessment sheets
- Ensuring children are in the right ability groups
- Communication with the main office
- Various locations including Peebles Hydro, McDonald Cardrona Hotel and Beeslack High School
- Built positive relationships with staff and swimmers to develop productive lesson environments.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents and guardians, encouraging regular attendance at lessons.
Lifeguard
Bam Construct UK
Dalkeith, Midlothian
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Responsible for looking after the swimmers in the pool, cleanliness of the facilities including poolside, changing rooms and sports halls and set up for all facility hiring.
- Moved up to supervisor role responsible for the 4 lifeguards and 1 receptionist on shift. Dealing with queries and complaints, pool testing, shift handovers and opening and closing the building.
- Carried out daily operational checks of equipment for optimal performance.
- Undertook regular professional development training to stay updated on lifesaving techniques.
Education
GCSEs -
Penicuik High School
Penicuik, Midlothian 2006.08 - 2011.06
SVQ Level 3 - Sport, Fitness and Coaching
Edinburgh College Granton Campus
Edinburgh 2011.08 - 2013.06
Bachelor of Science - Sport, Fitness and Coaching
The Open University
Edinburgh 2023.10 -
Skills
- Highly skilled Swim Teacher with an excellent reputation
- Enthusiastic and motivated, a self- starter needing minimal supervision to deliver
- Good communication skills
- Friendly and helpful team player
- Good organisation and planning skills
- A hard worker
- Punctual and reliable
- IT literate
Certification
- Sports coaching: Teaching Aquatics (UKCC Level 1)
- STA Level 2 award in Swimming Teaching
- UK Driving Licence
Affiliations
- Avid skiier
- New padel player
- Keen baker
References
References are available upon request
Hobbies & Interests
My love of history has turned me into a keen traveller who loves visiting new places and learning about different cultures. Back at home I’ve recently been learning to cook and bake. And I love a good book, there is always one on the bedside table.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Sport, Fitness and Coaching
The Open University
2023.10 -
School Swim Teacher
East Lothian Council
2019.03 - 2026.04
Cafe Staff
Midlothian Snowsports Centre
2015.01 - Current
Swim Teacher
Aquatic Learning LTD
2015.01 - 2026.03
Swim Teacher
Swimwell Scotland LTD
2015.01 - 2023.07
Lifeguard
Bam Construct UK
2015.01 - 2016.01
SVQ Level 3 - Sport, Fitness and Coaching
Edinburgh College Granton Campus
2011.08 - 2013.06
GCSEs -
Penicuik High School
2006.08 - 2011.06