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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Channing School Channing School Logo

Teacher of Classics (Maternity Cover)

Channing School is seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspiring Teacher of Classics to join our highly successful and well-established Classics Department on a 2 term basis from January 2027.

Teacher
  • Part-time, Fixed Term
  • North London
  • 26 Jun
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Homefield Preparatory School Homefield Preparatory School Logo

Part Time SENCO

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated SENCO to join our ambitious and nurturing school community. We are seeking an inspiring professional with a deep commitment to inclusive education and a proven ability to ensure that every pupil, whatever his needs or starting point, can flourish academically, socially, and personally.

SEN Specialist
  • Part-time
  • Surrey
  • 29 Jun
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Brighton College Prep Handcross Brighton College Prep Handcross Logo

Key Stage 1 Teacher

Brighton College Prep Handcross is seeking to appoint an exceptional Key Stage 1 Teacher from September 2026 (or Jan 2027 for the right candidate)

Teacher
  • Full-time
  • West Sussex
  • 2 Jul
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Banstead Preparatory School Banstead Preparatory School Logo

Reception Teacher

Are you a dynamic EYFS teacher who believes in child-led learning and thrives in a play-rich, curiosity-driven environment? BPS are seeking an enthusiastic Reception Class Teacher (Maternity) to join our school community from September 2026.

Teacher Early Career Teachers
  • Fixed Term, Maternity
  • Surrey
  • 10 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.

Head of Pre-Prep Somerhill Logo

Somerhill

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspirational leader to join Somerhill as Head of Pre-Prep from January 2027.

Head Deputy Head
  • Full-time
  • Kent
  • 24 Jun
Pre-Reception Room Lead Belmont Grosvenor School Logo

Belmont Grosvenor School

NEEDED FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 The successful post holder will be responsible for leading the Pre-Reception room, working with children aged 3 and 4 years. They will ensure high standards of care, learning, and development are consistently maintained throughout the setting. If you would like to discuss this post further, before application please do not hesitate to contact the school.

Early Years Specialist
  • Full-time
  • Yorkshire
  • 3 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.

Nurse

Alleyn's Junior School

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  • Part-time
  • South East London
  • 23 Jun
Alleyn's Junior School logo
Nurse

Alleyn's Junior School

  • Part-time
  • South East London
  • 23 Jun
Games Coach

Kimbolton School

Kimbolton School logo
  • Part-time, Fixed Term
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 24 Jun
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Games Coach

Kimbolton School

  • Part-time, Fixed Term
  • Cambridgeshire
  • 24 Jun
Sports Intern

Leicester Grammar School Trust

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  • Full-time
  • Leicestershire
  • 25 Jun
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Sports Intern

Leicester Grammar School Trust

  • Full-time
  • Leicestershire
  • 25 Jun
Sports Coach

Alleyn's Junior School

Alleyn's Junior School logo
  • Part-time, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 25 Jun
Alleyn's Junior School logo
Sports Coach

Alleyn's Junior School

  • Part-time, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 25 Jun
Reception Teacher

Avenue Nursery & Pre-Preparatory School

Avenue Nursery & Pre-Preparatory School logo
  • Full-time
  • North London
  • 26 Jun
Avenue Nursery & Pre-Preparatory School logo
Reception Teacher

Avenue Nursery & Pre-Preparatory School

  • Full-time
  • North London
  • 26 Jun

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.