About the School- Alleyn's Regent's Park
Cognita has entered into a Partnership with Alleyn's School's Group to create two leading independent day schools in North London. Alleyn's, is South London's finest coeducational day school, consistently placed within the top London schools for academic achievement and a finalist in both the TES and Independent School of the Year awards in 2024.
Cognita's flagship London School, North Bridge House, has campuses in Canonbury, Hampstead and Regent's Park. The Regent's Park and Hampstead campuses will become part of the Alleyn's Schools Group. Alleyn's Regent's Park will open in September 2025 and Alleyn's Hampstead in September 2026.
Regent's Park Prep is located in a historic, former convent on the edge of Regent's Park and educates children aged 4-13. Currently preparing for 11+ and 13+ entry with an expectation that it becomes an 11+ centre of excellence from September 2026, the school draws pupils from across North London from Finchley to Chelsea and Wembley to Hackney and is very well connected with Camden Town on the northern line just a five-minute walk away
The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Head of Pre-Prep to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'.
About the role
As the Head of Pre-Prep you will lead the strategic, academic, pastoral, and operational aspects of the Department (Reception to Year 2). This includes driving excellence in early education, fostering a nurturing environment, and ensuring a strong foundation for every child. You will r eport to the Headteacher on all Early Years matters and s hape the academic vision and direction of the school.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership: Inspire and manage the Early Years team.
Pedagogy: Champion innovative, evidence-based teaching.
Operations: Oversee daily operations and strategic planning.
Staffing: Recruit, manage, and develop team members.
Admissions: Lead the admissions process and manage transitions.
Events: Organise school events and parent education initiatives.
Inspection: Prepare for ISI inspections and manage self-evaluation.
This role is crucial for maintaining high standards of education and care in the Early Years Department
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate for Head of Pre-Prep should be great at working with people, able to lead and inspire colleagues, and build positive relationships with parents and staff. You should have high standards for student achievement, be resilient and positive, handle change well, and work effectively in teams. Experience in teaching young children, knowledge of strategies to improve student performance, and involvement in school policy development are required.
Essential Qualities:
•Qualified Teacher status with an Early Years focus.
• Evidence of high level of expertise inteaching and learning in the EYFS.
•Recent professional development impacting teaching and pupil outcomes.
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Benefits at Cognita
• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Teacher's Pension
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• School holidays and public holidays
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third-party discounts
• Professional Development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is:Sunday 29th June.
Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.