Head of Swimming
7 days ago
Job Reference #
EDV/2025/BS/64464
Location
De Parys Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TU
Contract Type
Casual Contract
Contract Term
Part-Time
Salary
£ £38.41 Hourly
Closing Date
10:00am, 8th Dec 2025
Positions Available
1
Positions Available 1
Interview Date(s)
11/12/2025
Interview Date(s) 11/12/2025
About this RoleHead of Swimming
Paid as Advised (Hourly rate depending on experience: £12.28 to £ PAA hours for galas)
Working Hours: 8 hours per week, from either:
- Monday to Thursday before school (7.00–8.00am)
- Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes and Games time (12.00–4.00pm)
Bedford School seeks an enthusiastic and experienced Head of Swimming to join our thriving Sport Department. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality sessions that develop confidence, safety, and skill across all levels.
Working with both team and co-curricular swimmers, you will inspire progress in every pupil and contribute to the development of our competitive swimming and wider aquatics programme.
Applicants should hold a Swim England Level 2 qualification (or higher), have experience teaching or coaching young swimmers, and show a strong understanding of stroke development and water safety. A lifeguard qualification (NPLQ or equivalent) is desirable.
Closing date: Monday 8th December am)
Interview date: Thursday 11th December 2025
Bedford School reserves the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.
The Harpur Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks.
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