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.

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

Other Independent school job vacancies for Support Staff

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.

Domestic

King's School Canterbury

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  • Part-time
  • Kent
  • 16 Apr
King's School Canterbury logo
Domestic

King's School Canterbury

  • Part-time
  • Kent
  • 16 Apr

School Cleaner

Dulwich Prep & Senior

Dulwich Prep & Senior logo
  • Full-time
  • South East London
  • 17 Apr
Dulwich Prep & Senior logo
School Cleaner

Dulwich Prep & Senior

  • Full-time
  • South East London
  • 17 Apr

Cleaner

Eltham College

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  • Part-time
  • South East London
  • 19 Apr
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Cleaner

Eltham College

  • Part-time
  • South East London
  • 19 Apr

Art Technician

North London Collegiate School

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  • Part-time
  • North West London
  • 20 Apr
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Art Technician

North London Collegiate School

  • Part-time
  • North West London
  • 20 Apr

Carer

Chetham's School of Music

Chetham's School of Music logo
  • Part-time
  • Greater Manchester
  • 20 Apr
Chetham's School of Music logo
Carer

Chetham's School of Music

  • Part-time
  • Greater Manchester
  • 20 Apr

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.