Hampstead Hill School, North London
Full-time | All Year Round (Term Time Only from July 2026)
Salary: From £40,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications
Hampstead Hill School is a thriving independent Prep, Pre-Prep and Nursery school in North London, established in 1949.
We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Early Years practitioner to lead our well-established Early Years department as Head of Early Years.
The successful candidate will:
- Have strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework
- Demonstrate leadership experience in an Early Years setting
- Be familiar with ISI inspection frameworks and expectations
- Communicate clearly with staff and parents
- Be committed to promoting curiosity, kindness and respect in school life
Requirements:
- Preferably degree but minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare and EY education
- Experience of delivering high-quality Early Years teaching
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child development
- Confidence in leading a team and driving improvement
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Working hours:
- Full-time, Monday to Friday
- Shift pattern: 7:45am – 4:30pm and 8:45am – 5:30pm (on alternate days)
Benefits:
- Private pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Wellbeing support (Health Assured)
- Free staff meals
- discounted childcare
- Term-time only working pattern from July 2026
To arrange a pre-visit or informal discussion, please contact the school on 020 7435 6262 or email principal@hampsteadhillschool.co.uk
Hampstead Hill School is committed to safeguarding children.
The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/09/2025