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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Deputy Head (Academic) - Channing Junior School

Channing Junior School is seeking an ambitious and inspiring Deputy Head (Academic) to join our Senior Team from September 2026.

Senior Leadership Team Deputy Head
  • Full-time
  • North London
  • 4 Mar
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The Hall School The Hall School Logo

Director of Sport

The Hall is seeking an inspiring, collaborative leader to elevate its sporting culture and physical education programs by combining coaching excellence with a forward-thinking vision for the entire school community.

Head of Department
  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 8 Mar

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.

School Matron The Hall School Logo

The Hall School

The Hall School seeks a nurturing Part-time Matron for the Middle and Senior to provide first-aid and pastoral care. This term-time role features a unique alternating schedule and excellent benefits.

School Nurse/Matron
  • Part-time
  • North West London
  • 8 Mar

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.

Cover Teacher

Alleyn's Junior School

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  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 8 Mar
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Cover Teacher

Alleyn's Junior School

  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 8 Mar
KS2 Teacher

Thomas's Clapham

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  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 8 Mar
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KS2 Teacher

Thomas's Clapham

  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 8 Mar
Minibus Driver

Streatham & Clapham High School

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  • Part-time, Term Time
  • South West London
  • 20 Mar
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Minibus Driver

Streatham & Clapham High School

  • Part-time, Term Time
  • South West London
  • 20 Mar
Head Chef

St Benedict's School

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  • Full-time, Term Time
  • West London
  • 29 Mar
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Head Chef

St Benedict's School

  • Full-time, Term Time
  • West London
  • 29 Mar

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.