Early Years practitioner

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 Nursery and Prep school in North London. 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 proven 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:

- Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare or equivalent

- Proven experience 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

Closing date: Thursday 17th July 2025 at 12 noon

Early applications are encouraged; we may interview before the closing date.

To arrange a pre-visit or informal discussion, please contact Sian Hoskins on .

Hampstead Hill School is committed to safeguarding children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.