Year 1 and 2 Teacher

Lead the Past. Influence the Future

Job Title: Year 1 and 2 Teacher
Location: Hendon Prep, London, NW4 1TD
Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum (depending on qualifications)
Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent Term Time only
Start: January 2027 (later start may be considered)

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the School- Hendon Prep School

Hendon Prep is a warm, inclusive and nurturing independent preparatory school where every child is known, valued and empowered to thrive. Guided by our mission to Empower, Inspire and Include, we combine personalised learning, expert teaching and innovative approaches to help every child achieve academic success while growing in confidence and resilience.
Our diverse community celebrates kindness, curiosity and a love of learning. Through a broad and creative curriculum, enriching co-curricular opportunities and a strong focus on student wellbeing, we ensure children from Preschool to Year 6 flourish both academically and personally. Safeguarding and the wellbeing of every child are central to everything we do.

As part of the Blenheim Schools Group, you will benefit from working within a collaborative and innovative network of schools committed to educational excellence, professional development and continuous improvement.

About the Role

At Hendon Preparatory School, we believe great teachers change lives. We're looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 Teacher to join our welcoming school community and help our students develop a lifelong love of learning.

This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about delivering engaging lessons, nurturing confidence, and helping every child reach their full potential. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or an ambitious teacher looking for your next challenge, you'll be supported by a collaborative team that values creativity, innovation, and excellent teaching.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging and inspiring lessons that bring learning to life.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom where every student can succeed.
• Support students' academic, social and emotional development.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of individual learners.
• Monitor progress and provide meaningful feedback to support achievement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the wider school community.

What you will bring

• Graduate with teaching qualification (PGCE / QTS) required
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2.
• Is passionate about helping children achieve their best.
• Creates engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity and confidence.
• Has strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Works collaboratively and builds positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Brings enthusiasm, positivity and a commitment to high standards.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of Outcomes First Group, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.