Careers
Highfield School is a very special place to work. Set within 175 acres in the heart of the South Downs National Park, our working environment is genuinely unlike any other. Our Head leads a dynamic team of talented teachers and dedicated staff who share a real commitment to giving children the very best possible start.
Above all, everyone at Highfield is truly friendly and supportive. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a genuinely close-knit team where colleagues look out for one another, and where new starters are made to feel part of the community from day one.
“I have never worked in a school where the children are able to spread their wings, and be offered such incredible experiences by staff who care so deeply for their subjects.”
We’re proud of what we’ve built together: a school recognised nationally for its academic outcomes, its breadth of arts provision, and its environmental leadership. We are a school that is genuinely focused on building future-ready children who develop essential skills for now and for the future. Working here means being part of a team that takes real pride in doing things well in the classroom, on the grounds, and beyond.
I have never worked in a school where the children are able to spread their wings, and be offered such incredible experiences by staff who care so deeply for their subjects.
Swim teacher
We are looking for a passionate and energetic swim teacher to join the team from September 2026, at our highly regarded swim school.
The ideal candidate will have experience of teaching children from absolute beginners up to Stage 6 of the Swim England Learn to Swim programme. They must hold either a STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher or Swim England Level 2 in Teaching Swimming qualification or equivalent. It is essential that candidates are passionate about teaching swimming, have a professional, engaging and nurturing approach and are happy teaching lessons both in the water and from poolside.
The position is available from September 2026 and the working hours are Wednesday 3:45pm- 7pm (4 lessons), Thursday 3:45pm-6pm (3 lessons), Friday 3:45pm – 6pm (3 lessons) and Saturday 9am-12:00pm (4 lessons), term time only..
Pay: £19.50 – £23 per 45min lesson (dependent on experience) plus sick pay and company pension.
Please email Abi Wells at activities@highfieldandbrookham.co.uk
A letter of application and completed Application Form should be sent to: HR Manager, Highfield and Brookham, Highfield Lane, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7LQ or via email to: recruitment@highfieldandbrookham.co.uk
Interviews will be held as soon as suitable candidates are available, so we invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Safer Recruitment
We are an IAPS co-educational boarding and day pre-prep and prep school for 480 pupils aged 2-13. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants are expected to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child-protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Employer Online Service regarding prohibition orders issued by the Secretary of State, and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Highfield and Brookham Schools is an equal opportunities employer.