Independent School Jobs

Find teaching, leadership, and support roles at outstanding ISC schools across the UK and worldwide, with 276 jobs currently available. Start your search below.

ISC connects you with career opportunities at over 1,400 leading independent prep, senior day and boarding schools. Explore exceptional roles at schools known for inspiring education and supportive communities. Begin your journey today.

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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.

Head of HR

The Abbey School

The Abbey School logo
  • Full-time
  • Berkshire
  • 27 Jul
The Abbey School logo
Head of HR

The Abbey School

  • Full-time
  • Berkshire
  • 27 Jul

Lifeguard

St Swithun's School

St Swithun's School logo
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • Hampshire
  • 27 Jul
St Swithun's School logo
Lifeguard

St Swithun's School

  • Full-time, Part-time
  • Hampshire
  • 27 Jul

HR Manager

King's School Canterbury

King's School Canterbury logo
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 27 Jul
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HR Manager

King's School Canterbury

  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 27 Jul

Cleaner

Norwich School

Norwich School logo
  • Part-time
  • Norfolk
  • 29 Jul
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Cleaner

Norwich School

  • Part-time
  • Norfolk
  • 29 Jul

HR Graduate

Whitgift School

Whitgift School logo
  • Full-time
  • South London
  • 29 Jul
Whitgift School logo
HR Graduate

Whitgift School

  • Full-time
  • South London
  • 29 Jul

Head Chef

George Heriot's School

George Heriot's School logo
  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Scotland
  • 29 Jul
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Head Chef

George Heriot's School

  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Scotland
  • 29 Jul

Porter

Oundle School

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  • Full-time
  • Northamptonshire
  • 30 Jul
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Porter

Oundle School

  • Full-time
  • Northamptonshire
  • 30 Jul

Porter

Oundle School

Oundle School logo
  • Full-time
  • Northamptonshire
  • 30 Jul
Oundle School logo
Porter

Oundle School

  • Full-time
  • Northamptonshire
  • 30 Jul

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.