Head of Junior Curriculum and Academics / Head of Junior Curriculum and Academics

Job Purpose

Aiglon College is an esteemed international boarding school located in the breathtaking Swiss Alps, recognized for delivering a challenging and transformative holistic education. With a nurturing environment that fosters care and support, the school is CIS accredited and serves 500 students aged 5-18 from 65 different nations. In their final years, students prepare for Cambridge IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme, while our distinctive learning philosophy begins at an early age. The Junior School is an integral part of the institution, offering a dedicated focus on students up to Year 8.

The school is seeking to appoint an innovative and dynamic Head of Junior Curriculum and Academics (Up to Year 8) for August 2027 (with the possibility of a start in January or April 2027 for the right candidate). This role will encompass leading the educational offerings of the Junior School and the inspiring ‘wonder’ curriculum designed for students up to Year 6, including the Mountain School curriculum.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Junior/Prep education, with leadership experience preferably in an international context. Expertise in developing and implementing curriculum programs tailored for junior students is essential, while knowledge of project-based learning, inquiry-based learning, or biophilic education is highly desirable. This position includes a teaching component, but it represents a unique opportunity to introduce, develop, and promote a world-class junior curriculum.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prioritize students in all aspects of school leadership.
• Lead the Junior School and oversee educational provisions, serving as a key member of the Junior School Leadership Team.
• Establish and implement a vision for world-class education at Aiglon.
• Collaborate with the Director of Junior School to ensure a relevant, broad, balanced, and effective education for all students.
• Handle academic and student welfare matters as delegated by the Director of Junior School and Deputy School Director (Academics).
• Uphold the school's ethos and values, serving as a role model for students and staff.
• Engage in whole school strategic planning, contributing to the school's educational and wellbeing vision.
• Participate in disciplinary matters, ensuring student behavior meets school expectations.
• Manage and work closely with the Head of Year (Up to Year 4) to maintain oversight across curriculum implementation and pastoral care.
• Liaise with senior school Assistant Heads and Heads of Department to maintain a high standard curriculum for Years 7 and 8.
• Ensure Guiding Principles are embedded throughout the school, especially in junior education.
• Be involved in staff recruitment as required.
• Teach with a reduced load (approximately 50%).
• Embrace innovative assessment methods and holistic reporting.

Responsibility for the Wellbeing and Safeguarding of Students

• Lead strategic interventions for junior school students, ensuring consistent tracking of academic progress.
• Recognize the importance of safeguarding and work with the wellbeing team to support all students.
• Collaborate with the Director of Junior School and Deputy School Director (Pastoral) to implement safeguarding policies and best practices.
• Develop a comprehensive Wellbeing curriculum spanning all years up to Year 8, linking with the Years 9-13 programs.
• Work with the Deputy School Director (Pastoral) to ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are integral to the Spirit Curriculum.
• Create structured service opportunities for junior students within the service program.
• Coordinate with the Junior Activities Coordinator to ensure a challenging co-curricular program that includes a variety of activities, sports, and expeditions.

Academic Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance the Junior curriculum (Up to Year 8) at Aiglon.
• Collaborate with the Head of Junior Expeditions and Head of Years (Up to Year 4) to plan and oversee the experiential Mountain Curriculum for Years up to Year 6.
• Champion sustainability, environmental stewardship, and biophilic education within the junior curriculum.
• Ensure Guiding Principles for learning are integral to the school's academic framework.
• Oversee junior cohorts and courses to meet standards and criteria in collaboration with the Deputy School Director (Academics).
• Organize interventive measures based on student data and supervise personalized learning initiatives as necessary.
• Assist in the implementation of academic policy and good practices with the Deputy School Director (Academics).
• Collaborate on the teacher professional review and development process.
• Oversee assessment, including internal examinations and report structure, ensuring effective delivery.
• Work with the Head of Learning Support and Head of EAL to assist all learners' progress.
• Analyze and communicate results from year group assessments, overseeing target setting and performance measures.
• Promote effective use of school systems, such as Google Apps for Education.
• Oversee staff development days in coordination with the Director of Junior School and Deputy School Director (Academics).
• Monitor and enhance teaching and learning standards throughout the school.
• Perform any additional duties reasonably required by the School Director and Director of Junior School.
• Understand and implement school policies regarding child safeguarding.
• Uphold the School’s Guiding Principles and ethos consistently.
• Integrate artificial intelligence and related innovations to create a forward-thinking classroom environment.

To apply for the position, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.