Required: October/November 2026
Hereward House is a highly successful, small boys’ preparatory school in Belsize Park, known for its excellent academic outcomes and strong pastoral ethos. We are seeking to appoint a Classroom Teacher to provide maternity cover for our Year 1 class.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a committed and supportive Junior School team, contributing to a culture that balances academic ambition with kindness, care and a genuine focus on the individual child.
The role involves working within a small, close-knit team to create a stimulating and nurturing environment where every pupil feels known, valued and supported, and where confidence and curiosity develop alongside academic progress.
The successful candidate will be ambitious for their pupils to achieve their very best across all areas of school life, while placing equal importance on developing kindness, character and a lifelong love of learning.
School
Hereward House is a friendly and thriving IAPS school with highly motivated and talented pupils. We prepare pupils exceptionally well for 11+ and 13+ transfer, with the vast majority moving on to leading independent senior schools in London and beyond.
At the same time, we place great importance on the values developed during a preparatory education. In partnership with our supportive families, we help pupils grow at a crucial formative stage of their lives.
Through small class sizes and a strong sense of community, pupils are known as individuals and encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and kindness. They leave Hereward House not only with strong academic foundations, but also with the empathy, humility and resilience needed to thrive in a changing world.
Follow this link for Leaver Destinations: https://www.herewardhouse.co.uk/about/destination
Please view the school website, https://www.herewardhouse.co.uk/ for more information about the school and our policies.
ISI Report (April 2023)
The report found the school excellent in all areas, particularly noting –
- The quality of the pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent.
- Pupils exhibit excellent levels of skills and knowledge across their broad curriculum.
- The range and quality of pupil achievements across the whole school are consistently high and fulfil wholly the school’s aim to embrace the highest academic aspirations for the pupil.
Experience and Background
The successful candidate will have excellent pastoral skills and the ability to motivate and inspire pupils through an engaging and thoughtful approach to learning. They will have a strong belief in effective pedagogy and in the joy and journey of learning.
Previous experience within EYFS, KS1 or KS2 would be advantageous, together with a flexible approach and willingness to contribute across different age groups.
Above all, they will contribute to our warm, welcoming and safe environment, in which every child can thrive and feel comfortable.
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KS1 Classroom Teacher employer: The Independent Schools Council
The Edinburgh Academy Junior School and Nursery is an exceptional employer, fostering a warm and inclusive community where every staff member's contribution is valued. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from access to training, a generous pension scheme, and a range of employee perks including discounted health insurance and a three-course lunch during term time. This role not only offers meaningful work with young children but also the opportunity to engage in co-curricular activities, making it a rewarding environment for personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
The Independent Schools Council Recruitment Team
