Head of Prep Department

Summary:

Head of Prep Department role at a leading UK school. Strategic leadership and teaching experience required.

About the School:

A school dedicated to combining rigorous performing arts training with a strong academic curriculum. It offers a supportive environment with small class sizes and a focus on student excellence.

The Opportunity:

The Head of Prep Department will lead a dynamic academic team, driving excellence in teaching and learning for Years 3–6. This role is ideal for an experienced educational leader committed to fostering academic and personal development in a vibrant, performance-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction for the Prep Department, aligning with whole-school priorities.
• Lead curriculum planning and review across Years 3–6, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Monitor and evaluate pupil progress, implementing timely interventions to support academic and personal development.
• Use assessment data to inform departmental improvement and drive measurable outcomes.
• Support colleagues through professional development, coaching, and subject expertise.
• Manage the department budget effectively and ensure resources are allocated optimally.
• Prepare the department for inspections, maintaining up-to-date documentation and evidence.
• Oversee pupil induction and ensure smooth transitions between key academic stages.
• Deliver engaging, differentiated teaching across Years 3–6, including mixed-age and mixed-ability classes.
• Coordinate distance learning for students involved in professional performance work.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Degree-level education.
• Recognised teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent).
• Significant experience in a prep/primary setting.
• Proven experience in curriculum leadership and monitoring pupil progress.

Preferred

• Experience within an independent or performing arts school context.
• Demonstrated success in raising academic standards and improving outcomes.
• Strong strategic leadership and organisational skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £35,866 to £44,785 plus £2,866 allowance.
• Comprehensive benefits including pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free school lunches, and enhanced maternity and paternity schemes.
• Free onsite parking available.