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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Buckingham Preparatory School Buckingham Preparatory School Logo

Head Teacher

We are looking to appoint an outstanding Head Teacher to continue to drive the school forward. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented and committed individual to lead our school to the next stage of its development. You will have the ability and vision to plan, lead and deliver the strategic management of the school. The successful candidate will have the commitment and drive to support and promote excellent outcomes for all our pupils as they progress through the school and move onto some of the best academic senior schools in the country.

Head
  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 12 Dec

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.

Site Officer

St Helen's School

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  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 30 Nov
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Site Officer

St Helen's School

  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 30 Nov
Sports Coach

Alleyn's Junior School

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  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 5 Dec
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Sports Coach

Alleyn's Junior School

  • Part-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 5 Dec
IT Analyst

Francis Holland Schools

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  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 8 Dec
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IT Analyst

Francis Holland Schools

  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 8 Dec
KS1 Teacher

St Helen's College

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  • Full-time
  • West London
  • 12 Dec
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KS1 Teacher

St Helen's College

  • Full-time
  • West London
  • 12 Dec
Head Teacher

Buckingham Preparatory School

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  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 12 Dec
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Head Teacher

Buckingham Preparatory School

  • Full-time
  • North West London
  • 12 Dec
Gap Student

Thomas's Battersea

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  • Full-time, Gap Year
  • South West London
  • 17 Dec
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Gap Student

Thomas's Battersea

  • Full-time, Gap Year
  • South West London
  • 17 Dec
Senior Caretaker

Streatham & Clapham High School

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  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 2 Jan
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Senior Caretaker

Streatham & Clapham High School

  • Full-time
  • South West London
  • 2 Jan
EYFS Practitioner

Hampton Pre-Prep & Prep

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  • Full-time, Term Time
  • South West London
  • 9 Jan
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EYFS Practitioner

Hampton Pre-Prep & Prep

  • Full-time, Term Time
  • South West London
  • 9 Jan
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Cover Teacher

The Cavendish School

  • Full-time, Fixed Term
  • North West London
  • 5 Dec
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Cover Teacher

The Cavendish School

  • Full-time, Fixed Term
  • North West London
  • 5 Dec

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.