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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Pre-Prep and Prep School Teacher

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Queen Mary's School

We are seeking an enthusiastic Pre-Prep and/or Prep School teacher, to nurture pupils to love learning, explore and discover. The applicant will be expected to teach children of all abilities, open to practioners specialising in EYFS, KS1 and KS2.

Teacher
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • Yorkshire
  • 20 Feb
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Director of Sport

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The Hall School

The Hall is seeking an inspiring, collaborative leader to elevate its sporting culture and physical education programs by combining coaching excellence with a forward-thinking vision for the entire school community.

Head of Department
  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 8 Mar
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Teacher of Religion, Philosophy & Ethics

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Channing School

Channing School is seeking an inspiring and committed Teacher of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics (RPE) to join our thriving department from April or September 2026. This role is available full time or part time (4 days) starting from September 2026.

Teacher
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • North London
  • 23 Feb
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Deputy Head of Science

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Brighton College Prep Handcross

Brighton College Prep Handcross is seeking to appoint a Deputy Head of Science to start in September 2026.

Teacher
  • Full-time
  • West Sussex
  • 26 Feb

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.

Head of Pre-Prep

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Somerhill

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspirational leader to join Somerhill as Head of Pre-Prep from September 2026.

Head Deputy Head
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 23 Feb

Teacher of Art and Design Technology

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Homefield Preparatory School

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated practitioner to join our successful team as we look to expand our current provision in our Art and Design Technology department.

Teacher
  • Part-time
  • Surrey
  • 13 Mar

Late Stay Manager

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Withington Girls' School

Withington Girls’ School, The Sunday Times’ North-West Independent School of the Decade 2021, is looking for an experienced Late Stay Manager, to join this happy and outstandingly successful independent day school for girls.

Support Staff
  • Part-time
  • Greater Manchester
  • 27 Feb

Teacher of French

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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 Teacher of French (Maternity Cover) to join this outstandingly successful independent day school for girls.

Teacher
  • Maternity
  • Greater Manchester
  • 6 Mar

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.

Cover Manager

St Benedict's School

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  • Part-time, Term Time
  • West London
  • 11 Feb
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Cover Manager

St Benedict's School

  • Part-time, Term Time
  • West London
  • 11 Feb

Exam Invigilator

Francis Holland, Regent's Park

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  • Part-time, Fixed Term
  • North West London
  • 11 Feb
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Exam Invigilator

Francis Holland, Regent's Park

  • Part-time, Fixed Term
  • North West London
  • 11 Feb

Gardener

Reed's School

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  • Full-time
  • Surrey
  • 12 Feb
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Gardener

Reed's School

  • Full-time
  • Surrey
  • 12 Feb

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.