Independent School Jobs

Find teaching, leadership, and support roles at outstanding ISC schools across the UK and worldwide, with 367 jobs currently available. Start your search below.

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Featured Vacancies

Premium teaching and leadership positions at prestigious independent schools. These featured vacancies include academic roles, department head positions, and specialised teaching opportunities.

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Head of Design Technology

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Somerhill

Somerhill is seeking an experienced Head of Design Technology/ Engineering to contribute to whole school strategic development planning, ensuring engineering initiatives align with the school’s broader academic and co-curricular vision.

Head of Department Teacher
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 26 Apr
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Teacher of Mathematics

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Queen Mary's School

We are seeting to appoint an inspirational, dynamic and enthusiastic Mathematics Teacher, with the ability to inspire and motivate children of all abilities, stimulating pupils’ real interest and involvement in Mathematics from Year 6 to GCSE.

Teacher
  • Full-time
  • Yorkshire
  • 8 May
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Head of Learning Support (SENDCo)

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Brighton College Prep Handcross

Brighton College Prep Handcross is seeking an outstanding, inspiring and strategic Head of Learning Support to lead our well-established Learning Enrichment provision.

SEN Specialist
  • Full-time
  • West Sussex
  • 11 May
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KS1Class Teacher

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Avon House School

We are seeking to appoint a skilled, enthusiastic and inspirational teacher to join our friendly, highly motivated teaching team.

Teacher
  • Full-time
  • East London
  • 13 May

Highlighted Roles

Select teaching and support positions at established independent schools. These highlighted roles offer rewarding opportunities in academic, administrative, and specialist education functions across the UK and beyond.

KS1 Teacher

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Caelum House School

Class teacher needed for our Year 2 class (5 pupils) at our specialist school in Knightsbridge, Central London

Early Years Specialist Teacher Early Career Teachers
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • South West London
  • 30 Apr

Early Years Educator

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Caelum House School

Early Years Educator needed for our mixed EYFS Nursery and Reception class at our specialist school in Knightsbridge, Central London

Early Years Specialist Teacher Early Career Teachers
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • South West London
  • 1 May

Head of Modern Languages

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The New Beacon

The School is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Head of Modern Languages for September 2026 to lead and develop an ambitious, inspiring, and academically rigorous Modern Languages department.

Head of Department
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 8 May

Deputy Head

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Caelum House School

We are looking for an innovative and enthusiastic Deputy Head for our Unique SEND School in the heart of SW7.

Deputy Head
  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 17 May

Other Independent school job vacancies

Browse our comprehensive listing of available positions at ISC schools. These opportunities include classroom teachers, administrative staff, maintenance personnel, educational support roles, and operational staff.

Caretaker

Stormont School

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  • Part-time
  • Hertfordshire
  • 23 Apr
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Caretaker

Stormont School

  • Part-time
  • Hertfordshire
  • 23 Apr

Head of Netball

St Albans High School for Girls

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  • Full-time
  • Hertfordshire
  • 23 Apr
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Head of Netball

St Albans High School for Girls

  • Full-time
  • Hertfordshire
  • 23 Apr

Receptionist

The Perse School

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  • Part-time
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 24 Apr
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Receptionist

The Perse School

  • Part-time
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 24 Apr

Explore careers in independent education across ISC schools including full-time, part-time, and term-time only positions. Browse both teaching and non-teaching school jobs including administration, support roles, facilities management, and educational leadership.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about careers at ISC schools

Independent schools offer diverse career opportunities including teaching positions, leadership roles, administrative jobs, support staff positions, and operational roles. Our member schools seek talented professionals across all educational functions, from classroom teachers to facilities management.

Yes, independent schools regularly recruit for non-teaching positions including administrative staff, finance personnel, maintenance technicians, catering staff, marketing roles, IT support, and various school support positions. These roles are essential to the successful operation of independent schools.

Browse our listings to discover education support roles including teaching assistants, learning support staff, pastoral care positions, and specialised educational support jobs. You can use the filters at the top of the page to narrow down positions by role type, location, or tenure.

Qualification requirements vary by position. Teaching roles typically require relevant educational qualifications and experience in preparatory education. Support and administrative positions may require specific professional qualifications or relevant experience. Each job listing includes detailed requirements for the specific role.

Leadership positions such as heads of department, deputy heads, and headteachers are regularly posted on our job board. These senior roles require demonstrated leadership experience and a strong track record in educational settings. Apply directly through the job listing page for each position.