Lead Sport Teacher / Lead Sport Teacheress

Verbier International School - Director of Sport

Verbier International School (VIS) is a rapidly growing and ambitious international school nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. As part of the Dukes Education family, VIS seamlessly blends academic rigor with exceptional pastoral care, outdoor education, and a unique mountain ethos.

Due to continued expansion, we are seeking an outstanding Director of Sport to lead and enhance our whole-school sports programme starting in September 2026. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring the successful candidate to build structures, drive standards, and deliver a competitive, well-organized sports programme that reflects the school's ambitions.

About VIS

VIS provides an ambitious international education from Primary through to Sixth Form. Our students are internationally minded, driven, and supported by a dedicated team. We are a school that values:

• Academic ambition
• High expectations and clear routines
• Strong pastoral systems
• Inclusive practice
• Professional accountability

As the school grows rapidly in both student numbers and reputation, we have a clear strategic plan for continued development.

The Role

The Director of Sport will:

• Lead and develop sport across all key stages
• Design and manage a structured, competitive fixtures programme
• Oversee training schedules, staffing, and facility use
• Line manage sports staff and external coaches
• Develop participation pathways alongside high-performance opportunities
• Work closely with the Head of Competitive Sport to ensure alignment between participation sport and elite performance pathways
• Collaborate with pastoral and academic teams to support student athletes
• Manage risk, safeguarding, and compliance within all sporting activities
• Build strong relationships with families and partner organizations

Sport plays a central role in life at VIS, with our alpine environment offering exceptional opportunities, including a large and competitive ski race programme that is integral to our identity. The ability to teach IB Sports, Exercise, and Health Science would be an added advantage. This role requires excellent organizational skills, clear systems, and the capability to manage a growing and ambitious programme across the entire school.

The Candidate

We are looking for a colleague who:

• Has proven experience leading sports within a structured and competitive school environment
• Understands how to build and manage large, fixture-based sports programmes
• Is confident in managing staff, logistics, and performance expectations
• Can integrate participation sport with high-performance pathways
• Is capable of contributing academically, particularly if they can teach IB Sports, Exercise, and Health Science
• Communicates clearly and professionally with parents and colleagues
• Sets high standards for both staff and students
• Thrives in a growing school environment where systems are still being developed and refined
• Possesses international school experience, which is advantageous

What We Offer

• Professional development within a growing international school
• The opportunity to shape sports during a period of expansion
• A supportive and ambitious team
• Life in one of Europe’s leading alpine resorts

Safeguarding

Verbier International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo relevant background checks in line with Swiss and international safeguarding standards.

Start Date

September 2026

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.