Head of Pre-Prep

Teach Now Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Teach Now Limited in Hertfordshire is seeking an inspirational Head of Pre-Prep for a part-time, three-day-a-week leadership role to provide stability and direction during staff absence.

The post requires QTS, strong EYFS expertise, and a warm, inclusive approach to safeguarding, with duties spanning day-to-day management, staff development, and delivering excellent teaching and pastoral care.

Qualifications

• Significant Early Years or Pre-Prep experience.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS.
• Experience leading and supporting staff.
• High expectations for teaching, learning and pupil care.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to make sound professional decisions.
• Warm, nurturing and child-centred approach.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• 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, pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Promote positive behaviour and pastoral care.
• Build strong relationships with children, staff and parents.
• Maintain safeguarding and child-protection standards.
• Provide continuity for pupils, families and colleagues.
• Contribute to wider school leadership and improvement.

Skills

Early Years leadership

Staff development

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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.