Independent School Jobs

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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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Featured Vacancies

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

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

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.

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

Other Independent school job vacancies for Administration

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.

HR Officer

Forest School

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  • Full-time
  • East London
  • 20 Apr
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HR Officer

Forest School

  • Full-time
  • East London
  • 20 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

HR Assistant

Alleyn's Senior School

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  • Full-time
  • South East London
  • 30 Apr
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HR Assistant

Alleyn's Senior School

  • Full-time
  • South East London
  • 30 Apr

HR Advisor

Longridge Towers School

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  • Part-time
  • Northumberland
  • 7 May
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HR Advisor

Longridge Towers School

  • Part-time
  • Northumberland
  • 7 May

Minibus Driver

The Portsmouth Grammar School

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  • Part-time
  • Hampshire
  • 11 May
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Minibus Driver

The Portsmouth Grammar School

  • Part-time
  • Hampshire
  • 11 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.