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Swimming Instructor

Belfairs Academy · Leigh-on-Sea · Southend-on-Sea

Job description

Swimming Instructor -Belfairs Academy

Required as soon as possible.

  • Hourly Rate: £17.50 per hour + Holiday Pay (Actual: £19.61 per hour)
  • Hours: Casual, as required, for up to four days per week + swimming club. Days and hours will be agreed according to the Academy’s needs on a termly basis. For this academic year, the requirements are mornings Monday-Thursday and swim club after school on a Thursday.

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 3 days a week
  • Deliver swimming club once a week
  • Support pupils in developing confidence, competence and essential water-safety skills
  • Monitor pupils’ progress and provide appropriate encouragement, feedback and support
  • Maintain high standards of safety and safeguarding at all times
  • Work collaboratively with Academy staff to provide a positive and supportive learning environment.

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.

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About this school

Belfairs Academy

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Requires Improvement
Pupils
1,606
Avg teacher salary
£48,584
Pupil:teacher ratio
23.1:1
Academy trust
LEGRA ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 3TG

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Salary
£17.50 Hourly + Holiday pay
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
3 September 2026
Closing date
18 September 2026

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