Head of Pre-Prep - Full-time

St Michael's Prep School, Otford

• Ref:KCC886-6016-342L
• Posted:08/12/2025
• Pay:Competitive
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:31/12/2025 at 23:00
• Interviews:15th & 16th January

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St Michael’s is a leading independent day school for boys and girls aged 2 to 13, set in 100 acres of stunning grounds overlooking Sevenoaks in Kent. Founded in 1872, the School has a proud heritage of combining tradition with innovation, academic ambition with pastoral care, all within a truly exceptional natural setting.

We believe wholeheartedly in the value and importance of early years education. The foundations laid in these formative years are vital and at St Michael’s we are committed to ensuring that every child’s first experiences of school are joyful, nurturing and inspiring.

Our facilities are outstanding: from the Swimming Pool and Astro pitches to extensive play areas, beautifully maintained grounds and our dedicated Forest School. The purpose-built Pre-Prep, opened
13 years ago, blends the charm of the old with the practicality of the new, providing an inspiring environment for our youngest pupils. The Pre-Prep is a vibrant, nurturing community where curiosity
and confidence are fostered from the very beginning.

St Michael’s enjoys an excellent reputation, with high demand for places and a strong sense of family at its heart. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an exceptional leader and manager of people - someone with drive, vision and ambition to build upon the excellent foundations laid by the current Head of Pre-Prep, who is retiring after more than a decade of dedicated service.

Working with autonomy, yet in close partnership with Mr Nik Pears, Head of St Michael’s since January 2021, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Pre-Prep and ensuring
that every child receives the very best start to their educational journey.

Closing date for applications: 31st December 2025

To apply, please email recruitment@stmichaels.kent.sch.uk with a comprehensive CV along with a covering

letter which sets out your interest in the role and encapsulates the aspects of your experience relevant to the required criteria.

Information about the school

St Michael's Prep School is a co-educational day school, meeting all the required standards. We were additionally awarded ‘significant strength’ in relation to pupil leadership. as part of our most recent ISI inspection in May 2024.

We have recently celebrated our 150th anniversary and provide a wonderful learning environment to approximately 460 children aged 2 to 13, enjoying a beautiful location, overlooking 100 acres of land.

Joy is at the heart of life at St Michael’s: the joy of our children, the joy of our community and the Joy and Wonder of Learning. St Michael’s is driven by a passionate belief in the value and power of learning: for children, for teachers, for parents and everyone who comes into contact with us.

St Michael’s is a school where each individual is known, valued and celebrated. We want our children to embrace each day and be inspired by their lessons and co-curricular activities.

We believe in providing a rounded education where children can pursue their passions, challenge themselves and enjoy a creative and innovative curriculum.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Emma Blakiston
• Address:Otford Court, Row Dow, Otford, Kent, TN14 5RY
• Telephone: 01959 522137
• Email: recruitment@stmichaels.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01959 522137