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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The Hall School The Hall School Logo

Digital Content Creator

Shape The Hall’s visual identity by capturing authentic moments and creating standout photo, video and design content that brings our school community to life. This fast‑paced, hands‑on role suits a creative storyteller who thrives behind the camera.

Support Staff
  • Full-time, Part-time, Term Time
  • North West London
  • 21 Jun
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Reception Class Teacher

Join The Hall School as an inspiring Reception Class Teacher and play a vital role in shaping the very start of our pupils’ learning journey. Apply if you’d love to bring creativity, curiosity, and a passion for early years learning to life.

Teacher
  • Fixed Term
  • North West London
  • 22 Jun

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.

School Nurse

Blackheath Prep

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  • Part-time, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 21 Jun
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School Nurse

Blackheath Prep

  • Part-time, Term Time
  • South East London
  • 21 Jun
Prep Counsellor

St Helen's School

St Helen's School logo
  • Part-time, Fixed Term
  • North West London
  • 21 Jun
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Prep Counsellor

St Helen's School

  • Part-time, Fixed Term
  • North West London
  • 21 Jun
Nurse

Alleyn's Junior School

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  • Part-time
  • South East London
  • 23 Jun
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Nurse

Alleyn's Junior School

  • Part-time
  • South East London
  • 23 Jun
Reception Teacher

Avenue Nursery & Pre-Preparatory School

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

Avenue Nursery & Pre-Preparatory School

  • Full-time
  • North London
  • 26 Jun
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Teaching Assistant

The Cavendish School

  • Full-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • North West London
  • 16 Jun
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Teaching Assistant

The Cavendish School

  • Full-time, Fixed Term, Term Time
  • North West London
  • 16 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.