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Head of Nursery
- Posted 16 March 2026
- Salary £40000 - £55000 per annum
- LocationGreater London
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Teachers & ECT's , Heads of Department & Middle Leaders
- ReferenceV-117123
Job description
Head of Nursery | Kensington and Chelsea
An exceptional independent preparatory school in Central London is seeking an ambitious Head of Nursery to lead and develop its Early Years provision for children aged 2–4. This Head of Nursery opportunity comes at an exciting stage in the school’s development, with continued investment into Early Years facilities and learning environments.
The successful Head of Nursery will lead a talented team of Early Years practitioners, ensuring the Nursery delivers outstanding teaching, care and learning experiences. As Head of Nursery, you will play a central role in shaping a nurturing and stimulating environment where young children feel confident, curious and supported as they begin their educational journey. This Head of Nursery role combines strategic leadership with hands-on involvement in teaching and learning.
The school is widely recognised for its strong academic standards, exceptional pastoral care and commitment to creativity, enrichment and pupil wellbeing. For an ambitious Head of Nursery, this position offers the opportunity to influence the future direction of Early Years provision within a thriving preparatory school community.
What the school can offer the Head of Nursery The Head of Nursery will join a supportive and ambitious school community that values professional development and collaboration.
Benefits for the Head of Nursery include:
The ideal Head of Nursery will have:
Head of Nursery | Kensington and Chelsea
An exceptional independent preparatory school in Central London is seeking an ambitious Head of Nursery to lead and develop its Early Years provision for children aged 2–4. This Head of Nursery opportunity comes at an exciting stage in the school’s development, with continued investment into Early Years facilities and learning environments.
The successful Head of Nursery will lead a talented team of Early Years practitioners, ensuring the Nursery delivers outstanding teaching, care and learning experiences. As Head of Nursery, you will play a central role in shaping a nurturing and stimulating environment where young children feel confident, curious and supported as they begin their educational journey. This Head of Nursery role combines strategic leadership with hands-on involvement in teaching and learning.
The school is widely recognised for its strong academic standards, exceptional pastoral care and commitment to creativity, enrichment and pupil wellbeing. For an ambitious Head of Nursery, this position offers the opportunity to influence the future direction of Early Years provision within a thriving preparatory school community.
What the school can offer the Head of Nursery The Head of Nursery will join a supportive and ambitious school community that values professional development and collaboration.
Benefits for the Head of Nursery include:
- Significant investment in Early Years facilities and learning environments
- A central London location surrounded by world-class cultural institutions
- Strong professional development opportunities and collaboration across a respected school group
- Competitive salary, free school lunches and additional staff benefits
The ideal Head of Nursery will have:
- QTS or an equivalent Early Years qualification
- Significant EYFS experience with children aged 2–4
- Secure knowledge of the EYFS framework
- Experience leading or coordinating within an Early Years setting
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Head of Nursery | Kensington and Chelsea