Pre-prep Head Teacher

The Villa is a small independent Pre-prep school and Nursery for children aged 2-7 years old.

We are seeking a Head Teacher to join our Pre-prep school (4-7 years old) this Autumn whose vision and leadership will ensure the continued provision of high quality education and pastoral care.

Our dedicated team passionately believe in the importance of excellent teaching as a foundation for high self-esteem and success. The school's nurturing approach allows children to flourish in a happy and caring environment.

The successful candidate must:

• Be an exceptional classroom practitioner (Foundation / Key Stage 1), able to lead on the curriculum and literacy
• Have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Be confident, motivating and supportive
• Have experience of 7+ school entry procedures and assessments

Leadership experience is desirable but not essential.

The Pre-prep school can accommodate up to 47 children, with the majority joining from our nursery.  Although The Villa is not academically selective, our children excel in their 7+ entrance examinations and move on to a number of highly selective schools in the area.

For further information and an application form, please contact us at: school@thevillaschoolandnursery.com 

Applicants are welcome to arrange an informal tour of the school and discussion by appointment.

Closing date: 8th March 2019

Please note that interviews will be held on receipt of application forms, therefore an appointment may be made before the closing date.

We are committed to the welfare of children and are an Equal Opportunity employer.  All employees are subject to an enhanced DBS checks and relevant prohibition checks.