Career Opportunities at Chigwell School

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At Chigwell School, we ensure that students secure their full potential. We prepare young people for life in a modern, global society and seek to provide every student with excellent role models. Having a diverse staff enhances our school community and we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The School provides a supportive working environment. There is a well-developed programme of professional development, pupils are enthusiastic, co-operative and able, and colleagues get on well together. There is a strong sense of community.

Academic vacancies

No academic vacancies

At present, we do not have any academic vacancies available. However, please feel free to send us your CV, and we will keep it on file should a suitable opportunity arise.

We would also encourage you to visit our website periodically for information about future vacancies.

Support Staff Vacancies

Groundsperson

Full time/ Permanent

Chigwell School is looking for a flexible and proactive person with experience in grounds maintenance, presentation and performance to join our Grounds team. The ideal candidate will preferably have experience in preparing cricket/football pitches

We are looking for candidates to have a specialism in grounds, but the successful candidate will be expected to undertake work in the school gardens and will be collectively responsible for ensuring that the School grounds, sports pitches, lawns, gardens and the general outdoor estate is well maintained and kept to a high standard at all times.

This role is a full time, all year- round position. Some Saturday working will be required.

Chigwell School offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a supportive working environment. There is a well-developed programme of professional development. There is a strong sense of community and colleagues are dedicated and get on well together.

For further details a job description and an application form please click below . Applicants should complete the application and send it to the HR Manager: hr@chigwell-school.org.

Supporting documents

Application Form

Grounds Person Job Description

Applications will be considered as they are received so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

The School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes a diverse pool of candidates.

Chigwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS.

Sport & Wellness Centre Vacancies

Swimming Instructor (self-employed)

Sports Centre Swimming Instructor (Self employed)

Pay: £25 per hour

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated leisure professional to join our prestigious forward looking school in our brand new sports centre opened in September 2023. The Centre is currently in use by all pupils but will open to all staff in addition to leisure club members in January 2024. Further details of the Sports and Wellness Centre can be found here.

The main purpose of the role is to work as part of the Chigwell School Sports Centre team in delivering exceptional customer service. As swim instructor you will plan and deliver Swim England accredited lessons in line with the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme for the pupils and leisure centre members. The successful candidate will have knowledge of leisure facility operations and experience of working in a busy environment. Swim England Level 2 Teaching (or equivalent) qualification as well as experience of working as a Swimming Instructor are essential requirements.

A leading co-educational School, Chigwell is not only highly successful academically but also excels in sport, music, art and drama. We are located in the picturesque village of Chigwell just 10 miles from central London but on the edge of Epping Forest, and we enjoy over 100 acres of beautiful grounds and excellent facilities. Chigwell offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a supportive working environment. There is a strong sense of community.

For further details, a job description and an application form please see below.

The Sports Centre Manager, Ms Stephanie Hahn, will be happy to answer any questions; he can be contacted at the School by telephone on 0208 501 6151 or email shahn@chigwell-school.org

Closing date: ongoing- early applications welcome

Applications will be considered as they are received so early applications are encouraged. The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date

Supporting documents

Swim Instructor Job Description 2023

CHIWELL SCHOOL Self employed Application Form Nov 2021

Applicants should complete the application form and email it to the Human Resources Manager at hr@chigwell-school.org.

Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard (Part Time)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated leisure professionals to join our prestigious forward looking school in our brand new sports centre opened in September 2023. The Centre is in use by all pupils, staff and leisure club members.

The main purpose of the role is to work as part of the Chigwell School Sports Centre team in delivering exceptional customer service, including lifeguarding, facility operations and health and safety.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working as a Lifeguard/Recreation Assistant and hold a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification . Applicants without this qualification will be considered, but the appointment will be subject to successfully attaining the qualification.

For further details a job description and an application form please see below.

The Sports Centre Manager, Stephanie Hahn, will be happy to answer any questions; he can be contacted at the School by telephone on 0208 501 6152 or email shahn@chigwell-school.org

Closing date: 27th March 2026 early applications welcome

Applications will be considered as they are received so early applications are encouraged. The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date

Supporting document

Application Form

Lifeguard Job Description

Applicants should complete the application form and email it to the Human Resources Manager at hr@chigwell-school.org.

Application process

Chigwell School offers a competitive salary and benefits package. In addition the School provides a supportive working environment. There is a well-developed programme of professional development. Pupils are enthusiastic, co-operative and able, and colleagues are dedicated and get on well together. There is a strong sense of community.

An application form for these roles can be accessed below.

Applicants should complete the relevant application form in full and email to the Human Resources Manager at hr@chigwell-school.org

Applications will be considered upon receipt. The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

Candidates will be contacted by telephone or email to attend an interview if required.

The School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes a diverse pool of candidates. We are committed to equality and to valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education.

Chigwell is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers, prohibition orders and enhanced DBS.

Application Forms

Application Form

Application Form (Self-Employed)

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

Staff Benefits

• Competitive salaries and generous holiday entitlement

• Commitment to professional development

• Generous fee remission for children of staff attending Chigwell School

• Access to the School Pension Scheme

• Personal Accident Cover

• Death in Service

• Complimentary lunch and refreshments during term time

• Wellbeing and Medical Centre on site

• Free on site parking and cycle racks

• Use of the Sports and Wellness Centre facilities outside of the School day

• Employee Assistance Support Programme

• Free access to a GP helpline to provide round-the -clock GP assistance.

• Use of School Library

• Good public transport links by tube (Central Line) including free shuttle bus to and from the underground station during term time

• A beautiful working environment - 100 acres site beautifully landscaped with a number of listed buildings

• A supportive community of highly motivated pupils and staff

The staff at Chigwell School are truly the heart and soul of this place. Their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering support have made my experience here both enjoyable and enriching. The community feel within the school is commendable, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and included. It’s this strong sense of community that sets Chigwell apart and makes it such a special place to work and learn.

Chigwell is a wonderful environment to work in. It's like one large family. Everyone is hugely supportive and friendly. Working in the drama department was so much fun and the team was so friendly and supportive especially in my teacher's training where I gained so much valuable experience working at Chigwell.

The pastoral care is excellent, the pupils are supported to do their best.

Chigwell school is a place where each day provides new opportunities for growth and discovery, for students and teachers alike. I am deeply thankful to have been a part of such an inspiring community.

Teaching at Chigwell Pre Prep has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The Pre Prep is a happy, stimulating and purposeful place for both pupils and staff. The school building is very special, the curriculum is rich and exciting and the grounds provide fantastic opportunities. However, most of all it’s the people who make it the wonderful school that it is – the pupils, the staff and the parents. Children thrive here and that is the greatest reward of all.

After 3 wonderful years as a PE teacher, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude and fondness for the school. My time here has been incredibly rewarding, and I feel fortunate to have been part of such a vibrant and supportive community.

My roles at Chigwell have been wide and varied, I have stayed because of the atmosphere within the school created by everyone who works in it. It is very easy to take this for granted, but it really is a special place to work and I want to thank you all for creating such a positive and supportive environment to work in.