Early Years Teacher

Dulwich Prep & Senior is an exciting place to work. With over 800 pupils, it has been the largest boys’ prep school in the UK and is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of the world’s most cosmopolitan city. We are excited to launch our senior section this September, and boys will now be able to stay with us until GCSE. 

The school’s strength is its community: our staff, who are professional, passionate, and brilliantly collegiate (CPD is massively important); our pupils, who are inquisitive, challenging learners with a spring in their step, and our parents, who are hugely supportive, appreciative and ambitious. 

We are actively seeking an outstanding Early Years Teacher, someone who is passionate about igniting a Love of Learning in children and who shares our vision of intellectual curiosity, to join our dynamic Early Years team for the Autumn Term 2025.  

As an Early Years Teacher you will: 

• Create & manage a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating environment 
• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons across the Early Years curriculum 
• Contribute to the preparation and development of policies and schemes of work, teaching materials , methods of teaching and pastoral arrangements 
• Hold high expectations for the children, using assessment to evaluate and improve teaching and the learning and attainment of pupils 

What we offer: 

• A Dynamic Environment: Work alongside like-minded professionals who are committed to using a well-mapped curriculum and targeted teaching practices, to inspire curiosity and creativity 
• Professional Development: We provide ongoing training and resources to help you enhance your skills and stay at the forefront of educational best practices 
• Engagement with Community: Become part of a vibrant community that values collaboration among staff, pupils and families, getting to know our pupils beyond their academic work as well as supporting each child’s learning journey 
• Excellent facilities and resources, as well as wellbeing opportunities and small class sizes 

Applications are invited from teachers who can demonstrate the following: 

• QTS qualification (PGCE desirable) 
• Full & relevant training and/or experience in the Early Years Foundation Stage and/or KS1 
• Paediatric First Aid qualified (or the willingness to train for the qualification) 
• Knowledge of current educational thinking, initiatives and issues in Early Years 

Applications for this role must be completed via an application form, along with a cover letter explaining your suitability for this role and a completed Equal Opportunities form, which should be sent to Tamsin Hutson, HR Manager, at  recruitment@dulwichprepsenior.org.uk 

• Closing Date: Tuesday 15 April, 9.00am 
• Interviews: week commencing 21 April 2025 
• Start Date: Autumn Term 2025 

We reserve the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers, online checks and an enhanced DBS check. 

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected for their unique perspectives and contributions. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply for this position. 

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