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Swimming Instructor -Belfairs Academy
Required 1st June 2026
Hourly Rate: £17.50 per hour + Holiday Pay
Hours: 3 days per week (days to be agreed)
Belfairs Academy is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Swimming Instructor to join our team. This role involves delivering high-quality swimming instruction at Belfairs Academy, with sessions also supporting Darlinghurst Academy.
About the Role:
- Deliver engaging and effective swimming lessons to both primary and secondary students
- Support pupils in developing confidence and competence in the water
- Maintain high standards of safety and safeguarding at all times
About the Trust:
Legra Academy Trust provides high-quality, high-impact education across early years, primary, and secondary settings in Essex. We are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our pupils and staff, with a strong focus on professional development and continuous improvement.
Belfairs Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service and satisfactory references together with a social media check. Belfairs Academy is an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to positive employment policies to promote equal opportunity in employment.
Belfairs Academy offers a dynamic work environment with modern facilities. Complimentary use of the gym and swimming pool for all members of staff. Staff wellbeing is a priority - we offer events and support for all employees.
Please apply to: hr@legratrust.org.uk
Closing date: 17th April 2026
Interviews: W/C 20th April 2026
Start date:1st June 2026
Information about the School
Belfairs is a vibrant Academy with 1400 students on roll from 11-18 yrs. We were graded a good school by Ofsted in 2013.
We are a a highly successful and heavily oversubscribed academy in south east England with high quality and well-resourced facilities.
Our staff enjoy excellent opportunities for career development and a childcare voucher and cycle purchase scheme through salary sacrifice.