Job Description

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Millfield School is seeking a passionate and experienced Development Swim Coach to join our renowned swimming programme. As the Development Swim Coach, you will play a crucial role in coaching and nurturing young swimmers throughout our structure, helping them achieve their full potential.

Millfield is an independent boarding school with outstanding pastoral and co-curricular activities, set in the heart of Somerset. We cater for approximately 1300 pupils, all of whom are engaged in sport and physical activities. We have outstanding facilities and a vibrant multisport environment.

The successful candidate will have a minimum UKCC Level 1 coaching qualification and experience within the world of aquatics as either a teacher, coach, or athlete. They will have knowledge of the long-term development practices for students in line with the British Swimming optimal athlete development framework, and experience of coaching students to a minimum of regional championship standard. NPLQ and NRASTC qualifications are desirable.

This is a permanent, year-round position averaging 42 hours per week, typically worked across Monday to Saturday. Occasional Sunday working will be required to support swimming competitions, trips, and other events. The salary will be competitive and based on qualifications and experience.

In addition, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including 10 weeks holiday entitlement per year, discounted freshly prepared lunches, access to school facilities, and discounts/cashback at high street shops and restaurants through the school's Employee Assistance Programme.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work in one of the UK's leading sporting environments among a vibrant team of multisport coaches.

Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible

Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Be kind, be individual, be brilliant. Millfield School, where being an individual is recognised as the key to brilliance.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/08/2025