Independent School Jobs

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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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Key Stage 2 Teacher

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Somerhill

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, experienced and highly adaptable Key Stage 2 Class Teacher who would relish contributing to our successful, vibrant school, starting in September 2026.

Teacher
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 16 Apr
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Head of Grounds

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Pinewood School

Pinewood School offers an exciting opportunity to join our highly successful country Prep School in the new role of Head of Grounds. This role will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of our 84 acre site which includes extensive sports pitches, astros, gardens, woodlands, ponds and wildlife habitats.

Support Staff
  • Full-time
  • Wiltshire
  • 19 Apr
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Head of Classics

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Channing School

Channing School is seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspiring Head of Classics (1-year maternity cover) to lead our highly successful and well-established Classics Department from September 2026.

Teacher
  • Full-time, Fixed Term, Maternity
  • North London
  • 16 Apr
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Head of Physics

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Woldingham School

Join a thriving and ambitious department where Physics is both highly valued and exceptionally successful.

Head of Department Teacher
  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Surrey
  • 20 Apr
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HR Officer

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Royal High School Bath

We’re seeking an organised, proactive, people‑focused HR Officer to deliver exceptional HR service to our school community. This pivotal role, will ensure smooth HR operations, impeccable compliance, a warm, professional point of contact for staff.

Administration
  • Full-time
  • Somerset
  • 20 Apr
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Head of Junior School Music

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The Hall School

A dynamic musician is sought to lead and grow a vibrant Junior School music programme, directing lessons, ensembles, and major performances.

Head of Department
  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 20 Apr
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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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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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Teacher of Chemistry

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Thomas’s College

Thomas’s College is seeking an attentive and enthusiastic Teacher of Chemistry to join our dynamic and forward-thinking school.

Teacher
  • Part-time
  • South West London
  • 22 Apr
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Head of Economics

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Woldingham School

We are looking for an outstanding Head of Department with a passion for education. The post will suit an individual, committed to delivering an exceptional learning experience for every pupil and leading a high- profile department in the school.

Head of Department Teacher
  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Surrey
  • 22 Apr

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.

School Administration Assistant/ Receptionist

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Withington Girls' School

Withington Girls’ School, The Sunday Times’ North-West Independent School of the Decade 2021, is looking for a well-qualified, experienced School Administration Assistant/Receptionist to join this happy and successful independent day school for girls

Administration
  • Part-time
  • Greater Manchester
  • 20 Apr

Teacher of Economics

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Withington Girls' School

Withington Girls’ School, The Sunday Times’ North-West Independent School of the Decade 2021, is looking for a well-qualified, experienced Part Time Teacher of Economics to join this happy and outstandingly successful independent day school for girls

Teacher
  • Part-time
  • Greater Manchester
  • 20 Apr

Head of German

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Woldingham School

We are seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic, and committed Head of German with strong subject knowledge and a clear vision for curriculum development.

Head of Department Teacher
  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Surrey
  • 22 Apr

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

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.

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King's School Canterbury

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  • Part-time
  • Kent
  • 16 Apr
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Domestic

King's School Canterbury

  • Part-time
  • Kent
  • 16 Apr

Sports Coach

St Helen's School

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  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 17 Apr
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Sports Coach

St Helen's School

  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 17 Apr

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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.