Year 1 and 2 Teacher

Lead the Past. Influence the Future

Job Title: EYFS Lead
Location: Hendon Prep, London, NW4 1TD
Salary: Up to £50,000, depending on experience
Hours: 40 Hours Per Week
Contract: Permanent Term Time

Hendon Prep School

Hendon Prep is a warm, inclusive and nurturing independent preparatory school where every child is known, valued and empowered to thrive. Guided by our mission to Empower, Inspire and Include, we combine personalised learning, expert teaching and innovative approaches to help every child achieve academic success while growing in confidence and resilience.
Our diverse community celebrates kindness, curiosity and a love of learning. Through a broad and creative curriculum, enriching co-curricular opportunities and a strong focus on pupil wellbeing, we ensure children from Preschool to Year 6 flourish both academically and personally. Safeguarding and the wellbeing of every child are central to everything we do.

As part of the Blenheim Schools Group, you will benefit from working within a collaborative and innovative network of schools committed to educational excellence, professional development and continuous improvement.

About the Role

Hendon Preparatory School is seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 and 2 Teacher to join our dedicated team. We are looking for a passionate educator who can inspire pupils, deliver high-quality teaching across the primary curriculum, within a nurturing and ambitious school environment.

Core Purpose

• Deliver engaging, creative and high-quality lessons across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Support pupils to achieve excellent academic progress while promoting confidence, independence and resilience.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment where every child is encouraged to flourish.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and continued success of the school.

Essential Skills and Qualities

• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching practices.
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour-management skills.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and challenge young learners.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high standards of teaching, learning and pupil achievement.
• Warm, caring and approachable manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Adaptable, positive and proactive approach with a good sense of humour.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead and further develop a successful EYFS provision.
• A supportive and ambitious leadership team.
• Access to professional development and leadership opportunities through the Blenheim Schools Group.
• A collaborative culture focused on innovation and excellence.
• Wonderful children who are enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn.
• A welcoming and engaged parent community.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.