Teacher Full Time

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

Autumn Term – September 2026

Apply by:

15 May 2026

Job overview:

Hampstead Hill School is an independent Nursery and Pre-Preparatory based in St Stephen’s, a magnificent Grade I listed former church, and the adjacent School Hall in the heart of Hampstead, London. Further our Prep School is based at All Hallows Church.

Hampstead Hill provides a leading academic education for all children – including computing, art, Spanish, yoga and conservation. We offer a balanced, nurturing and happy environment that gives children a stimulating introduction to learning, encouraging them to learn, grow and love learning.

We aim to prepare children for the academic challenges of the 7+ and 11+ entrance examinations to a wide range of future schools. At the start of the Summer Term, the Year 2 pupils who have finished entrance examinations move into Post Exam classes, and the Year 1 pupils move into their Year 2 classes, giving the children due to sit 7+ examinations three full terms with the Year 2 Class Teachers.

Our school values remain at the heart of our behaviours and curriculum. In all areas of the school, you will find:

Respect. Kindness. Community. Curiosity. Conservation.

We are looking for an experienced educator with knowledge of KS2 who can support our values, children and the school. If you are successful in your application, you will join staff who are diligent, devoted, supportive and dedicated to the achievement of our children.

What we offer:  

• Wellbeing support – Health Assured
• Paid Mental Health Days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Continuous CPD
• Access to a Pension Scheme
• Specialist teachers to support our broad curriculum 
• Designated Reading Team
• Targeted Support Team to deliver bespoke interventions 
• Leading facilities to support our teaching

Salary: From M3 depending on qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 15th May 2026

Interviews: 20th May or sooner

Early Application: Applications will be considered ‘as and when’ received and we may close the vacancy if we appoint before the closing date.

Please note – shortlisted candidates will be required to complete the School’s Application Form.

Hampstead Hill School promotes diversity, inclusion and equality and is committed to the safeguarding of children. Thorough safer recruitment checks will apply to this post.

For an informal discussion about the post or to arrange a pre-visit (by appointment only), do not hesitate to contact Jenni Magloire, Upper School Co-ordinator, via the school office at 0207 681 4260.