Head of Pre-Prep

Posted 9 hours 18 minutes ago by Teach Now Limited

Permanent
Part Time
Education Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

Head of Pre-Prep - Part-Time Leadership Role Location: Hertfordshire Salary: £35,602-£54,328 per annum, pro rata Contract: Part-time, fixed-term until Christmas, with potential extension Days: Monday to Wednesday Start date: As soon as possible - September 2026

Are you an inspirational Early Years leader seeking a rewarding three-day-a-week opportunity? A welcoming school in Hertfordshire is looking for an experienced Head of Pre-Prep to provide leadership, stability and direction during a period of staff absence. This role would suit an experienced Early Years Leader, Deputy Head, Assistant Head, Headteacher or current Head of Pre-Prep who can make an immediate and positive impact.

The Role

As Head of Pre-Prep, you will provide visible, supportive leadership across the department, ensuring children continue to receive excellent teaching, care and pastoral support. Working closely with the Pre-Prep team and Senior Leadership Team, you will:

  • Lead the smooth day-to-day running of the Pre-Prep
  • Motivate, support and develop teaching and support staff
  • Maintain high standards across the EYFS and Pre-Prep curriculum
  • Monitor teaching, learning, pupil progress and wellbeing
  • Promote positive behaviour and excellent pastoral care
  • Build strong relationships with children, staff and parents
  • Maintain the highest safeguarding and child-protection standards
  • Provide continuity for pupils, families and colleagues
  • Contribute to wider school leadership and improvement
About You
  • Significant Early Years or Pre-Prep experience
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • A strong understanding of the EYFS
  • Previous experience leading and supporting staff
  • High expectations for teaching, learning and pupil care
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • The confidence to make sound professional decisions
  • A warm, nurturing and child-centred approach
  • A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
Why Apply
  • Senior leadership responsibility across three days per week
  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience
  • Supportive and welcoming school environment
  • Opportunity to provide meaningful leadership and stability
  • Potential for the contract to continue beyond Christmas

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.