Job vacancies in IAPS schools

Find teaching, leadership, and support roles at outstanding IAPS member prep schools across the UK and worldwide. Start your search below.

IAPS connects you with career opportunities at over 650 leading independent preparatory schools. Explore exceptional roles at schools known for inspiring education and supportive communities. Begin your journey today.

Featured Vacancies

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

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Latin Teacher

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a knowledgeable, experienced and inspiring Latin Teacher to join our Prep department at Upton House School.

Teacher Early Career Teachers
  • Part-time
  • Berkshire
  • 22 Jul

Highlighted Roles

Select teaching and support positions at established independent preparatory schools. These highlighted roles offer rewarding opportunities in academic, administrative, and specialist education functions across the UK and beyond.

Early Years Practitioner

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Upton House School

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, kind and skilled Early Years Practitioner to join our team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years, working in our Little Upton Nursery.

Early Years Specialist
  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Berkshire
  • 22 Jul

Nursery Manager

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Upton House School

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly passionate, experienced and caring Nursery Manager to join our team working in a school with children aged 2 to 11 years, managing our Little Upton Nursery.

Early Years Specialist Head of Year
  • Full-time
  • Berkshire
  • 22 Jul

Other Independent prep school job vacancies

Browse our comprehensive listing of available positions at IAPS member schools. These opportunities include classroom teachers, administrative staff, maintenance personnel, educational support roles, and operational staff.

HR Manager

Ewell Castle School

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  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Surrey
  • 4 Jul
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HR Manager

Ewell Castle School

  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Surrey
  • 4 Jul
HR Advisor

King's Ely

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  • Full-time
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 18 Jul
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HR Advisor

King's Ely

  • Full-time
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 18 Jul
Receptionist

Hurstpierpoint College

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  • Part-time
  • West Sussex
  • 16 Jul
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Receptionist

Hurstpierpoint College

  • Part-time
  • West Sussex
  • 16 Jul
Gardener

Alleyn's

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  • Full-time
  • South East London
  • 18 Jul
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Gardener

Alleyn's

  • Full-time
  • South East London
  • 18 Jul
Minibus Driver

St John's College School

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  • Part-time, Term Time
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 21 Jul
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Minibus Driver

St John's College School

  • Part-time, Term Time
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 21 Jul
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Governor

St Mary's, Colchester

  • Term Time
  • Essex
  • 29 Aug

Explore careers in independent education across IAPS member 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 IAPS schools

IAPS 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, IAPS 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 preparatory 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.