Timekeepers
Record swimmers’ race times from the end of a lane. Burntwood recommends J1 Theory as a starting point, even for timekeepers.
Read the guide for timekeepersGet involved
Volunteering at the club
The club is run by volunteers. Whether you can help at the occasional gala or want to train as an official, there’s a role for you.
Where to start
Speak to your team coach
Tell your swimmer’s team coach that you’d like to help, which role interests you and when you’re available. The coach currently arranges volunteer details and Swim England membership.
You won’t be asked to do anything you haven’t been approved and prepared for. New volunteers are supported at their first gala by a named lead or buddy.
- Start simplyHelper roles need a briefing, not a qualification.
- Learn with supportTraining is online and in your own time, with mentors on poolside.
- Be part of itMeet other families, see swimmers progress and help the club thrive.
Opportunities
Ways you can help
Technical officials
Judges and inspectors of turns help keep racing fair. Learn online, then train on poolside with a mentor.
Read the guide for technical officialsTeam managers
Take agreed responsibility for a group of swimmers at competitions: supervision, welfare, attendance and safe handover.
Read the guide for team managersCompetition support helpers
Work alongside the lead at galas: checking programmes, helping swimmers find their next race and passing on messages.
Read the guide for competition support helpersEvent helpers
Refreshments, setting up and tidying away at club events. Help for an hour or a whole session.
Read the guide for event helpersCommittee & admin
Membership, fundraising, communications, kit and more. Ideal if you can help away from the poolside.
Read the guide for committee & adminPhotography, social media, IT or another skill to offer? Get in touch; we’d love to hear from you.
Onboarding
Volunteer guides
Step-by-step guides to help you feel confident before your first session.
- Helping at a swimming galaPoolside helper & Team Manager · Your route from offering to help to supporting swimmers at your first competition.Working draft
- Become a swimming officialTimekeeper & technical official · Start with the basics, learn with experienced officials, and help keep racing fair.Working draft
- Event helper onboarding guideEvent helper · Refreshments, setting up, marshalling and more.Outline
- Committee and behind-the-scenes rolesCommittee & admin · Helping run the club: membership, fundraising, communications and more.Outline
Register interest