Independent School Jobs

Find teaching, leadership, and support roles at outstanding ISC schools across the UK and worldwide, with 366 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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MIS & Data Officer

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The Hall School

Join The Hall as our MIS & Data Officer, supporting staff and pupils while managing key data systems. You’ll solve problems, streamline workflows, keep data accurate, and produce reports that guide decisions.

Support Staff
  • Part-time
  • North West London
  • 31 May
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Wellbeing and Pastoral Mentor

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The Hall School

Join us as a School Wellbeing & Pastoral Mentor empowering pupils to thrive! Lead inspiring wellbeing and mentoring sessions, boost confidence, and work with staff, families, and partners to help every child feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

SEN Specialist
  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 7 Jun
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Head of Reception

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The Hall School

Step into the role of Head of Reception as a full‑time class teacher and inspiring team lead, driving exceptional EYFS practice, energising colleagues, and creating a joyful, curiosity‑rich environment where young learners grow with confidence.

Head of Department
  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 8 Jun
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Head of Human Resources

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The Hall School

Lead the HR function at The Hall, a distinguished independent boys’ school. Drive people strategy, modernise practice and shape a high‑performing, future‑focused workforce. A standout opportunity for an exceptional HR leader.

Support Staff
  • Part-time
  • North West London
  • 8 Jun

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.

Drama Department Assistant – Fixed-term contract

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Tonbridge School

We are seeking a creative and and passionate Drama Department Assistant to join our Drama Department on a fixed term contract basis from September 2026 to July 2027.

Support Staff
  • Full-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • Kent
  • 20 May

Marketing Assistant

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The New Beacon

We are seeking an enthusiastic Marketing Assistant to join the Marketing team on a full-time, all-year round basis.

Support Staff
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 21 May

EYFS/ KS1 Teaching Assistant

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Somerhill

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Somerhill, a leading independent prep school in the Southeast, for a passionate and caring Teaching Assistant to join our successful pre-prep team.

Teaching Assistant
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 27 May

Music Administrator

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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 Music Administrator to join this happy and outstandingly successful independent day school for girls.

Support Staff
  • Part-time
  • Greater Manchester
  • 1 Jun

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.

English Teacher

Break Through School

Break Through School
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 19 May
Break Through School
English Teacher

Break Through School

  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 19 May

Teacher of Biology

Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools

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  • Full-time, Fixed Term
  • Scotland
  • 21 May
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Teacher of Biology

Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools

  • Full-time, Fixed Term
  • Scotland
  • 21 May

ICT Teacher

Milton Keynes Preparatory School

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  • Full-time
  • Buckinghamshire
  • 22 May
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ICT Teacher

Milton Keynes Preparatory School

  • Full-time
  • Buckinghamshire
  • 22 May

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.