Vacancies
Head of Early Years Foundation Stage
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Contract: Full time / Permanent
Salary: Competitive
At Woodford Green Preparatory School, we believe the early years matter deeply. They are where curiosity is nurtured, confidence is built, and the foundations for lifelong learning are laid.
We are seeking an outstanding Head of EYFS to lead and develop our Early Years provision from September 2026. This is a senior leadership role for an experienced Early Years practitioner who combines excellent pedagogy with confident leadership, high expectations and a deep understanding of children’s needs.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of School and Senior Leadership Team to shape the strategic direction of the EYFS, while remaining firmly rooted in day-to-day practice and strong partnerships with staff and families.
Why Woodford Green Preparatory School?
Woodford Green Preparatory School is a thriving, values-led independent school where children are known as individuals and learning is taken seriously from the very beginning.
As Head of EYFS, you will join a supportive and ambitious leadership team that values professional expertise, reflection and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to lead a phase that is central to the life of the school and to shape the earliest experiences of learning in a nurturing, high-achieving environment.
Our Early Years classrooms are language-rich, purposeful and enabling, with learning shaped through high-quality adult interaction, play and exploration.
About the Role
The role includes leading and developing the EYFS team; monitoring the quality of teaching, learning and assessment; overseeing transition into Key Stage 1; ensuring statutory and regulatory requirements are met; and building strong, trusting partnerships with parents. You will also contribute to wider whole-school priorities as part of the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring children make excellent progress through playful, purposeful learning and high-quality teaching.
About You
We are looking for a warm, ambitious and highly organised Early Years leader who combines strong pedagogy with confident, practical leadership, and who is deeply committed to high-quality, child-centred learning.
You will bring:
- Qualified Teacher Status and a good degree (or equivalent).
- Substantial EYFS teaching experience (minimum 6 years) with a secure understanding of the EYFS statutory framework.
- A clear, well-articulated Early Years pedagogy rooted in curiosity, talk, play and exploration, with skilled adult interaction and high expectations, securing strong foundations in communication and language, early reading, writing, number and personal development.
- Confident in using observation to guide next steps and shape responsive provision.
- Proven experience of leading and developing an EYFS team, including coaching colleagues and securing consistency of practice.
- Strong skills in monitoring teaching and learning, assessment and transition, including effective use of EYFS Profile information.
- The ability to build excellent relationships with parents through clear, professional and warm communication.
- A commitment to safeguarding and sound systems, recognising that calm routines, clarity and consistency underpin children’s wellbeing, independence and learning.
- The confidence to contribute at Senior Leadership Team level and support whole-school improvement.
Desirable:
- Experience of teaching in KS1.
- Experience of presenting to governors or contributing to strategic reporting.
- Further professional study (e.g. NPQ, MA) or leadership experience in the independent sector.
About the School
Woodford Green Preparatory School is a thriving independent day school on the border of Essex and within the London Borough of Redbridge, educating 370 boys and girls aged 3–11.
Our pupils are happy, confident and ambitious learners, supported by a dedicated staff team that places strong emphasis on pastoral care, creativity and academic excellence. We foster a nurturing and inclusive culture in which every child is known as an individual and encouraged to develop the confidence, curiosity and learning behaviours needed to thrive without limits.
How to Apply
To apply, please download our Recruitment Application form, and complete and return to Miss Anita Hollis - Head’s PA at a.hollis@wgprep.co.uk If you are interested or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Jenny Maslen, Head of School, via head@wgprep.co.uk
At Woodford Green Preparatory School, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is central to everything we do. We follow robust safer recruitment practices, and this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Recruitment Process
Deadline for applications: 12 noon on Monday 16 March.
Interviews: First-round interviews will be held online on Thursday 19 March, with final face-to-face interviews taking place on Thursday 23 March.
Part Time Inclusion (SEN) Teacher
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Contract: Part Time - 0.6
Salary: Competitive
Woodford Green Preparatory School is seeking a skilled and committed Inclusion Teacher to join our Inclusion Team.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Inclusion Lead (SENDCo), class teachers and colleagues across the school to support pupils with additional learning needs through targeted teaching and effective inclusive practice.
Why Woodford Green Preparatory School?
Woodford Green Preparatory School is a thriving independent school for children aged 3–11. We place strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, clear expectations and supportive relationships. Our approach to inclusion is structured, collaborative and embedded within everyday classroom practice, ensuring pupils are supported consistently and appropriately across the school.
About the role
The Inclusion Teacher supports pupils with additional learning needs through targeted teaching for individuals and small groups, closely aligned with classroom learning. The role includes contributing to assessment and monitoring, supporting the development and review of individual provision plans, and evaluating the impact of interventions.
Working alongside class teachers, you will support adaptive teaching strategies and help remove barriers to learning. The role also involves working with parents and, where appropriate, external professionals, and contributing to smooth transition and continuity of provision between year groups.
About you
You will be a qualified teacher with experience of supporting pupils with SEND across the primary age range. You will have a secure understanding of inclusive and adaptive teaching and be able to plan and deliver focused interventions that support progress.
You will be organised, reflective and confident working collaboratively within a team. You will communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and parents, and approach your work with consistency and care. Additional SEND qualifications or specialist training are desirable.
How to Apply
To apply, please use the below link to access and complete our application form, please email your completed application for to Miss Anita Hollis - Head’s PA at a.hollis@wgprep.co.uk
If you would like to discuss the position further, please contact Niamh Delahunty, Head of Inclusion, via n.delahunty@wgprep.co.uk
At Woodford Green Preparatory School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. All staff, and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Recruitment Process
Deadline for all completed applications to be received is 12 noon Thursday 19th March
Longlist online interviews on Tuesday 24th March
Final face to face interviews will be held on Tuesday 21st April
