Director of Aquatics

Alleyn's School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Alleyn's School is seeking an outstanding and ambitious Director of Aquatics to lead aquatics across the Alleyn's Schools Group, including Alleyn's Senior School, Alleyn's Junior School, Alleyn's Oakfield and Alleyn's School Enterprises Ltd (ASEL).

This strategic leadership role focuses on participation, performance, water safety and pupil wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on educational excellence and developing a thriving aquatics culture.

Job description

We are seeking an outstanding and ambitious Director of Aquatics to lead aquatics across the Alleyn's Schools Group: Alleyn's Senior School, Alleyn's Junior School, Alleyn's Oakfield and Alleyn's School Enterprises Ltd (ASEL).

This new role is an exciting strategic leadership opportunity. We are looking for someone with a passion for swimming and water polo, a commitment to educational excellence, and the vision to build a thriving aquatics culture that supports participation, performance, water safety and pupil wellbeing.

Ideally we are looking for someone who can start in January 2027 but an April or September start would also be possible for the right candidate.

Interviews are planned for Thursday 26 November.

All staff enjoy access to superb facilities and resources, as well as a variety of great benefits which are detailed in our Working at Alleyn's brochure.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss an application, you are very welcome to contact the HR Department ([e-mail], 020 8299 8009).

Please note that suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

Alleyn's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications from all applicants who meet the requirements for the position. However, we are especially keen to receive applications from those in minority groups currently underrepresented at the School. We celebrate diversity and thrive on the benefits it brings.