Vacancies at ISA

National Arts Coordinator (FULL TIME)

An exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for the arts and education, with excellent organisational skills. Principal purpose of the post: To support, develop and promote the ISA national arts programmes for pupils (visual arts and performing arts such as music, drama, dance, creative writing, digital art and more).

The Association: ISA has a small team of staff working to support the Heads of nearly 800 independent schools. Our schools are diverse and largely challenge the common stereotype of what an independent school is like.

Salary range: £24,771 - £28,850; plus 7% pension contribution
Contract: Permanent Contract (with probationary period) and subject to checks that include the right to work in the UK.
Hours of Work: 35 hrs per week (plus one hour unpaid lunch break), Monday to Friday, though flexibility is expected, including occasional weekend working. Usually 9-5, but some flexibility.
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum, plus up to 8 bank holidays. Holidays must be taken outside of published school term times.
Location: Great Chesterford (Essex/Cambridge border), plus occasional Association events offsite.
              The role involves occasional travel nationally, sometimes requiring overnight stays

Closing date for applications: 2 October 2025 (9.00 am)
Interviews: will be held on 17 October at ISA House CB10 1PF

How to apply: You must send a letter of application, as well as your CV and core details form.
National Arts Coordinator - job spec - for full details of the role and the application process.
Core details form
Cover letter template
If you have any difficulties downloading or using the documents, please contact us on [email protected]. We can provide them in alternative formats.

If you have questions about the role, please contact Marie-Ange on 01799 581691, or by email on [email protected].

NATIONAL SEND COORDINATOR (FULL TIME)

Applications have now closed for this vacancy.

Do you have a strong background in SEND and a passion for supporting inclusive practice across a range of school contexts? ISA is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to work alongside our Director of Education in supporting member schools with high-quality, evolving SEND provision. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to national networks, share best practice, and help schools navigate the ever-changing SEND landscape.

The Association
ISA has a small team of staff working to support the Heads of nearly 800 independent schools. Our schools are diverse and largely challenge the common stereotype of what an independent school is like.

Salary range: £40,944 – £49,771; plus 7% pension contribution
Contract: Permanent Contract (with probationary period) and subject to checks that include the right to work in the UK.
Hours of Work: 35 hrs per week (plus one hour unpaid lunch break), Monday to Friday, though flexibility is expected including occasional weekend working. Usually 9-5, but some flexibility.
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum, plus up to 8 bank holidays. Holidays must be taken outside of published school term times. Also, possibility of termtime only contract (39 weeks per year).
Location: Great Chesterford (Essex/Cambridge border), or hybrid or remote (see details in link below)
   The role involves some travel nationally, sometimes requiring overnight stays

Closing date for applications: 11 September (9.00 am)
Interviews: will be held on 26 September at ISA House CB10 1PF

National SEND Coordinator - job spec - for full details of the role and the application process.

If you have questions about the role, please contact Helen Stanton-Tonner on 01799 581690, or by email on [email protected].

HEAD OF SEND (PART TIME)

Applications have now CLOSED for this role.

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for inclusive education and deep expertise in SEND? ISA is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to shape and lead national SEND support across our diverse network of member schools. This is a unique opportunity to influence practice, contribute to policy dialogue, and drive innovation in SEND provision across both specialist and mainstream settings. If you're ready to make a sector-wide impact, we’d love to hear from you.

The Association
ISA has a small team of staff working to support the Heads of nearly 800 independent schools. Our schools are diverse and largely challenge the common stereotype of what an independent school is like.

Salary: Up to £50k salary^# for part-time contract, plus 7% pension contribution.
    ^#This figure is after pro-rating
Contract: Permanent Contract (with probationary period) and subject to checks that include the right to work in the UK.
Hours of Work: Part-time (flexible, to be agreed, possibly c.3 days per week). We would welcome applications for termtime only working. Usually, 9.00 – 5.00, incl. one hour unpaid lunch break. Monday to Friday, though flexibility is expected including occasional weekend working.

Holiday Entitlement: Pro rata of ISA standard 25 days per annum plus up to 8 bank holidays. Holidays must be taken outside of published school term times. Option for additional unpaid leave during school holidays, by agreement; or a termtime only contract (39 weeks per year).
Location: Great Chesterford (Essex/Cambridge border), or hybrid or remote (see details in link below)
    The role involves some travel nationally, sometimes requiring overnight stays

Closing date for applications: 11 September (9.00 am)
Interviews: will be held on 26 September at ISA House CB10 1PF

Head of SEND - job spec - for full details of the role and the application process.

If you have questions about the role, please contact Helen Stanton-Tonner on 01799 581690, or by email on [email protected].