EYFS Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

 Start Date: September 2026

About Glendower Prep School 

Glendower Prep is a leading independent girls’ school in the heart of London, renowned for its academic excellence, innovative teaching, and nurturing environment. Our dedicated and dynamic team of educators fosters curiosity, confidence, and creativity, ensuring our pupils develop into independent thinkers and lifelong learners. 

The Role 

We seek to appoint an outstanding EYFS Class Teacher who has a strong commitment to teaching with enthusiasm, creativity and inspiration to a maternity cover post from September 2026 in our nursery, Little Glendower. 

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic person who is willing to embrace challenge and change and who thrives in being part of a team, and who enjoys contributing to a warm, close knit and genuinely collaborative team. 

The person will provide high-quality teaching and learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), fostering the holistic development of young learners while contributing to the overall ethos and goals of Glendower Prep School and Little Glendower Nursery. 

Teaching and Learning Excellence: 

• Plan, prepare, and deliver a broad, balanced, and engaging EYFS curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of all pupils.

• Use innovative and creative teaching methods to foster curiosity, engagement, and a love of learning. 

• Create a nurturing, supportive, and stimulating environment conducive to the development of literacy, numeracy, social, and emotional skills. 

• Conduct assessments, including baseline assessments, and track pupil progress using data to inform teaching strategies. 

• Promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development through well-rounded learning experiences. 

• Support smooth transition from Nursery to Reception and EYFS to Key Stage 1 as required. 

Pastoral Care: 

• Provide a secure, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported.

• Foster positive relationships with parents and carers, maintaining open communication about academic, social, and emotional progress. 

• Promote positive behaviour, encouraging pupils to build and maintain positive attitudes toward learning.

Classroom Management 

• Maintain high standards of behaviour and discipline, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment.

• Organise the classroom to encourage independent learning and exploration. 

• Organise a classroom that promotes and fosters a sustainable and modern approach and a calm environment.

• Celebrate achievement with creative classroom displays. 

How to Apply 

To apply, please submit the application form and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Yolanda Noval novaly@glendowerprep.org 

Closing Date: 21 April 2026.

Interview Date:  week commencing Monday 27 April 2026.

Glendower Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.