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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Assistant Director of Music

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Woldingham School

Music plays an important part of life at Woldingham and sits at the heart of an exceptionally strong performing arts experience.

Teacher
  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Surrey
  • 5 Nov
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Head of Modern Foreign Languages (French)

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Walhampton

Walhampton School is seeking an enthusiastic, inspiring and ambitious Head of Modern Foreign Languages to lead and develop the teaching of French across our school, from Pre-Prep through to Year 8.

Head of Department Teacher
  • Full-time
  • Hampshire
  • 13 Nov
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Teacher KS1/KS2 1 year ftc with possibility for extension

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Homefield Preparatory School

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Homefield Prep for a professional and inspirational KS1/KS2 teacher to join our talented and committed staff team. Experience in EYFS would be an advantage.

Teacher
  • Fixed Term
  • Surrey
  • 16 Nov

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 EYFS

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Caelum House School

Head of EYFS for our 2 specialist nurseries and Reception classes across Knightsbridge and Pimlico, Central London

Early Years Specialist Head of Department Head of Year SEN Specialist Senior Leadership Team Teacher Early Career Teachers
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • South West London
  • 18 Nov

Other Independent school job vacancies for Teacher

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.

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Warwick Preparatory School

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  • Fixed Term
  • Warwickshire
  • 2 Nov
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Cover Teacher

Warwick Preparatory School

  • Fixed Term
  • Warwickshire
  • 2 Nov

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Forest School

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  • Full-time
  • East London
  • 2 Nov
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Forest School

  • Full-time
  • East London
  • 2 Nov

Maths Teacher

Stanborough Secondary School

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  • Part-time
  • Hertfordshire
  • 6 Nov
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Maths Teacher

Stanborough Secondary School

  • Part-time
  • Hertfordshire
  • 6 Nov

French Teacher

St Hugh's School

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  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Maternity, Term Time
  • Oxfordshire
  • 2 Nov
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French Teacher

St Hugh's School

  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Maternity, Term Time
  • Oxfordshire
  • 2 Nov

Head of Art

Alleyn's Oakfield

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  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Maternity
  • South East London
  • 2 Nov
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Head of Art

Alleyn's Oakfield

  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Maternity
  • South East London
  • 2 Nov

Teacher of PE

Francis Holland, Sloane Square

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  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 9 Nov
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Teacher of PE

Francis Holland, Sloane Square

  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 9 Nov

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.