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

Train to Teach Design and Technology at Chigwell

Are you a new graduate or looking for a change in career? Chigwell School is looking to recruit enthusiastic individuals who have the potential to become outstanding teachers.

Chigwell is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school for 1080 students aged 4 – 18 years, located on an expansive 100-acre countryside campus within view of the City of London and in zone 4 on the London Underground on the Central Line.

We are looking for well-qualified, graduates or ‘career changers’ across a variety of subject areas, to become part of our staff body and train to teach.

Our training is fully funded with close mentorship and support throughout. It is flexible in that trainees have the option to take the PGCE with QTS or QTS-only path. This role comes with considerable benefits. As a trainee at Chigwell, you will receive a competitive starting salary and all teacher training costs will be covered. Additionally, Chigwell may offer on-site accommodation if required. Other benefits include membership of the pension scheme, free lunches during term time, free on- site parking and the use of the newly opened Sports and Wellness Centre facilities. Following completion of training, many teachers choose to continue with us for their Early Career Teacher (ECT) years and beyond, often advancing into positions of responsibility, with pay increases to match.

Our School

Founded in 1629, the School has a rich heritage, enjoys a strong reputation across the Pre Prep, Prep and Senior Schools, and is currently engaged in the largest capital development programme in its history to augment already impressive facilities. The school is in a strong position with excellent results and a full roll. Central to the School’s offering is its commitment to providing a world class education, enabling pupils to flourish in mind, body and soul. Through the inspiring curriculum, wide-ranging co-curricular opportunities and proactive pastoral support, pupils are able to reach their full potential: independent in spirit, adventurous in approach and empathetic in how they treat others. This is an exciting time to join Chigwell; with a number of exciting projects as the school approaches its 400^th anniversary.

The application process

Please complete the application form which can be found below. Mrs Rebecca Williams, Director of Teaching and Learning, will be happy to answer any questions; she can be contacted at the School by telephone 020 8501 5701 or by e-mail to rwilliams@chigwell-school.org

Closing date: 21st April 2025-early applications welcome

Applications will be considered upon receipt therefore early applications are encouraged. The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

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

Supporting documents

Application Form

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 the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Support Staff Vacancies

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We do not have any Support Staff vacancies available at the moment. However, if you would like to share you CV with us for any future roles that arise, please email hr@chigwell-school.org

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, Mr Michael Twiggins, will be happy to answer any questions; he can be contacted at the School by telephone on 0208 501 6152 or email mtwiggins@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

CHI WELL SCHOOL Self employed Application Form Nov 2021

Supporting document

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.