Francis Holland Preparatory School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and proactive professional to work as the Head of Maths and Teacher of Computer Science to start in the upcoming Spring Term, as a one-year maternity appointment.

Description

THE SCHOOL

Francis Holland Preparatory School educates girls from 4-11 in an iconic building on Manresa Road, Chelsea, which offers a wealth of impressive facilities enabling the school to be two form entry with approximately 20 girls per class. We offer excellent academic and pastoral education to girls, including sport, music and other co-curricular activities. Francis Holland Preparatory School is known for its nurturing and friendly environment, and we deliver support and individual attention to all pupils. We offer them the very best platform for entry into their chosen senior schools, including Francis Holland’s Senior School at Sloane Square. We have a warm and vibrant community that reflects the rich multicultural nature of this part of London.

THE ROLE

Francis Holland Preparatory School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and proactive professional to work as the Head of Maths and Teacher of Computer Science to start in the upcoming Spring Term, as a one-year maternity appointment.

This opportunity would suit someone who wants to work as part of a small, dedicated team and has a passion for education, specifically maths and computer science. The successful candidate for this post will have experience in maths teaching in Key Stage One and Key Stage Two, with subject leadership experience relevant to the role, and ideally have experience in preparing girls for the 11+. Some knowledge of Key Stage Three maths would also be beneficial. This job is not suitable for ECTs.

You would mainly be responsible for leading the Maths Department for the whole school from Reception to Year 6, with the support of the Deputy Head Academic. You would also be a Teacher of Maths to Year 5 - Year 6 for the 11+ process in flexible groups, and group teaching in Reception - Year 4, in addition to being a Teacher of Computer Science for Year 3 - Year 6. More responsibilities of the role are outlined in the job application pack.

The School is open to considering appointments on a part-time or full-timebasis, although a minimum of 3 days a week will be required.

Attributes that would suit a successful appointment to this role include:

• Works effectively as part of a team
• Has high expectations of girls’ attainment, progress and behaviour
• Has good organisational skills
• Is proactive with a growth mind-set
• Has a good sense of humour
• Is flexible and confident when presented with new challenges
• Can lead others to meet a shared goal
• Is excited to look at wider curriculum aims and tailor planning accordingly

In addition, our benefits package includes:

• Generous Pension Scheme (20% employer contribution with Aviva)
• Wellbeing Schemes: WeCare (24/7 online GP consultation, WellHub (generous fitness discounts).
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Cover
• Free school lunch during term time
• Interest free travel and computer purchased loans
• The Francis Holland Schools Rewards Hub offering a vast range of retail and entertainment discounts
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• 50% fee remission for own daughters
• Outstanding professional development opportunities

APPLY NOW!

Applications should be submitted through the link on the school website, using our application system MyNewTerm. The deadline for applications is 8am on Wednesday 30September 2026 with first stage interviews online via Teams the following week. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage. Applications will be reviewed as they are received therefore early application is encouraged.