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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Pennthorpe School Pennthorpe School Logo

Executive Assistant to the Head of School; Events, Logistics & Extended Day Coordinator

We are seeking an exceptionally organised, proactive and personable Head's EA, Events & Logistics Coordinator & Extended Day Coordinator to join our vibrant school community.

Administration Support Staff
  • Term Time
  • West Sussex
  • 30 Aug

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.

Head of Computing & IT Pennthorpe School Logo

Pennthorpe School

We are seeking an inspirational, enthusiastic and technically skilled Head of Computing & IT to join our vibrant school community. This exciting and varied role sits at the intersection of education and technology.

Administration Head of Department
  • Term Time
  • West Sussex
  • 21 Aug
Marketing Manager Somerhill Logo

Somerhill

We are looking to recruit a strategic and hands on individual who would relish the opportunity to work with us to plan, design and deliver our marketing strategy and activities. The role will report to the Head and will work closely with the Admissions team.

Marketing/Communications
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 21 Aug

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.

Cleaner

Swanbourne House

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  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Buckinghamshire
  • 2 Aug
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Cleaner

Swanbourne House

  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Buckinghamshire
  • 2 Aug
Duty Porter

Headington Oxford

Headington Oxford logo
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • Oxfordshire
  • 3 Aug
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Duty Porter

Headington Oxford

  • Full-time, Part-time
  • Oxfordshire
  • 3 Aug
Fencing Coach

St Benedict's School

St Benedict's School logo
  • Full-time, Part-time
  • West London
  • 7 Aug
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Fencing Coach

St Benedict's School

  • Full-time, Part-time
  • West London
  • 7 Aug
Chaperone

Coventry School Foundation

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  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • West Midlands
  • 9 Aug
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Chaperone

Coventry School Foundation

  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • West Midlands
  • 9 Aug
Minibus Driver

Coventry School Foundation

Coventry School Foundation logo
  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • West Midlands
  • 9 Aug
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Minibus Driver

Coventry School Foundation

  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • West Midlands
  • 9 Aug
Head of HR

The Abbey School

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  • Full-time
  • Berkshire
  • 10 Aug
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Head of HR

The Abbey School

  • Full-time
  • Berkshire
  • 10 Aug
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Site Manager

The Cavendish School

  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 3 Aug
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Site Manager

The Cavendish School

  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 3 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.