Website Lambeth Nursery Schools' Federation
We wish to appoint a Head of School to start September 2026 at Ethelred Nursery School. This post provides an exciting opportunity to take on a new challenge as Head of School, working alongside the Federation senior leadership team to manage an outstanding nursery school. This post will require an experienced teacher, ideally with senior leadership experience of leading on school improvement, with previous line management responsibilities and a background in SEND.
We can offer:
- an opportunity to demonstrate your leadership skills
- a supportive leadership team within the federation
- working alongside a committed team
- an opportunity to be creative, strategic and inspire others
- contribute to the remodelling of the school to ensure its sustainability
You will have:
- excellent early years practice and knowledge of children’s development from – birth to 5
- experience of working closely with families
- experience of managing SEND
- the ability to inspire and lead a team
- relevant knowledge and expertise
- a friendly, calm and supportive approach
- excellent oral and written communication skills
- enthusiasm for continuing your own professional development
To obtain a recruitment pack including a Job Description and Person Specification, please contact [email protected]. You will be expected to complete an application form and attend an interview.
If you would like to arrange a school visit, please call Jacqueline Edwards on 0208 674 2186 to make an appointment.
How to apply:
Please send your completed application form to [email protected].
Lambeth Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Further information about the disclosure can be found at www.gov.uk/dbs. Applicants will be required to declare that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009
Lambeth aims for quality services and equal opportunities for all.