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Pinewood School
Head of SEND & EAL
Exciting opportunity to join our busy and successful Prep School in the role of Head of SEND & EAL. This is a key role within the School which sits on the Senior Management Team.
Head of Department
SEN Specialist
Queen Mary's School
Teacher of Mathematics
We are seeting to appoint an inspirational, dynamic and enthusiastic Mathematics Teacher, with the ability to inspire and motivate children of all abilities, stimulating pupils’ real interest and involvement in Mathematics from Year 6 to GCSE.
Teacher
The Hall School
Head of Reception
Step into the role of Head of Reception as a full‑time class teacher and inspiring team lead, driving exceptional EYFS practice, energising colleagues, and creating a joyful, curiosity‑rich environment where young learners grow with confidence.
Head of Department
Upton House School
Room Lead/Coordinator - Little Upton Nursery (2/3 years olds)
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced, kind and committed Room Lead to join our exceptional EYFS team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years.
Early Years Specialist
Brighton College Prep Handcross
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Head of Learning Support (SENDCo)
Brighton College Prep Handcross is seeking an outstanding, inspiring and strategic Head of Learning Support to lead our well-established Learning Enrichment provision.
SEN Specialist
Avon House School
KS1Class Teacher
We are seeking to appoint a skilled, enthusiastic and inspirational teacher to join our friendly, highly motivated teaching team.
Teacher
Woodford Green Preparatory School
Visiting Music Teacher - Oboe
Woodford Green Preparatory School Start Date: 1 September 2026 Are you passionate about music education and eager to inspire young learners?
Teacher
Kingswood School
Head of the Preparatory School
For August 2027, the Principal and Board of Governors invite applications for the role of Head of Kingswood Prep School, succeeding Mark Brearey after sixteen years of outstanding leadership.
Head
Brighton College Prep Handcross
Head of Pre-Prep
Brighton College Prep Handcross seeks an outstanding and inspiring Head of Pre-Prep with the proven experience and qualities to lead this vitally important part of our thriving school.
Senior Leadership Team
Headington Rye Oxford
Graduate Boarding Assistants (residential)
Boarding Staff
Support Staff
Full-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
Oxfordshire
1 Jun
Tormead School
Early Years Practitioners - Rydes Hill Nursery
Early Years Specialist
Full-time
Surrey
12 May
Brighton College Prep Handcross
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Head of Pre-Prep
Senior Leadership Team
Brighton College Prep Handcross seeks an outstanding and inspiring Head of Pre-Prep with the proven experience and qualities to lead this vitally important part of our thriving school.
Full-time
West Sussex
18 May
Milton Abbey School
Head of Admissions and Marketing
Admissions/Registrar
Head of Department
Marketing/Communications
Maternity
Dorset
4 May
Woodford Green Preparatory School
Featured
Visiting Music Teacher - Oboe
Teacher
Woodford Green Preparatory School Start Date: 1 September 2026 Are you passionate about music education and eager to inspire young learners?
Term Time
Essex
13 May
Upton House School
Featured
Room Lead/Coordinator - Little Upton Nursery (2/3 years olds)
Early Years Specialist
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced, kind and committed Room Lead to join our exceptional EYFS team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years.
Full-time
Berkshire
10 May
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Headington Rye Oxford
Graduate Boarding Assistants (residential)
Boarding Staff
Support Staff
Full-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
Oxfordshire
1 Jun
Tormead School
Early Years Practitioners - Rydes Hill Nursery
Early Years Specialist
Full-time
Surrey
12 May
Brighton College Prep Handcross
Featured
Head of Pre-Prep
Senior Leadership Team
Brighton College Prep Handcross seeks an outstanding and inspiring Head of Pre-Prep with the proven experience and qualities to lead this vitally important part of our thriving school.
Full-time
West Sussex
18 May
Milton Abbey School
Head of Admissions and Marketing
Admissions/Registrar
Head of Department
Marketing/Communications
Maternity
Dorset
4 May
Woodford Green Preparatory School
Featured
Visiting Music Teacher - Oboe
Teacher
Woodford Green Preparatory School Start Date: 1 September 2026 Are you passionate about music education and eager to inspire young learners?
Term Time
Essex
13 May
Upton House School
Featured
Room Lead/Coordinator - Little Upton Nursery (2/3 years olds)
Early Years Specialist
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced, kind and committed Room Lead to join our exceptional EYFS team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years.
Full-time
Berkshire
10 May
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