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.

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.

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The New Beacon

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and passionate Early Years Professional who will play a key role in supporting the Nursery Teacher and contributing to the smooth and successful running of the nursery classroom.

Early Years Specialist Support Staff Teaching Assistant
  • Full-time, Term Time
  • Kent
  • 26 Mar

Other Independent prep school job vacancies in Kent

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.

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King's School Canterbury

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  • Full-time, Fixed Term, Gap Year
  • Kent
  • 31 Mar
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King's School Canterbury

  • Full-time, Fixed Term, Gap Year
  • Kent
  • 31 Mar
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King's School Canterbury

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  • Part-time
  • Kent
  • 16 Apr
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Domestic

King's School Canterbury

  • Part-time
  • Kent
  • 16 Apr

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.