Vice Principal / Vice Principal

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Beau Soleil, we believe it’s what you do that counts. This philosophy is at the heart of everything we do for both our staff and students. We are a vibrant community that champions the power of action, engagement, and participation, both inside and outside the classroom.

Our unique holistic education is built around four core values: Respect, Responsibility, Ambition, and Determination, which provide a framework for community life for our international student body. With students from over fifty different countries, we celebrate diverse academic backgrounds and a broad range of future aspirations.

Offering curricular programs in both English and French, our students graduate with either an IB or Advanced Studies Diploma. The small class sizes allow for flexibility in programming, and we actively encourage our staff to introduce innovative ideas into their teaching.

OUR COMMUNITY

Situated in the heart of Villars-sur-Ollon, our location offers an enviable lifestyle with winter skiing and a multitude of outdoor and sporting activities available year-round. The cultural hubs of Montreux, Lausanne, and Geneva are all within easy reach, providing endless opportunities for adventure and inspiration.

The Beau Soleil campus is an inspiring place to work, featuring exceptional facilities. Our commitment to ongoing campus development ensures an environment where both students and staff can thrive and take pride in their surroundings.

YOUR PROFILE

Are you an inspiring educational leader with the drive to make a lasting impact? Join us at Collège Alpin Beau Soleil, where ambition, excellence, and care define every aspect of school life.

As Vice Principal, you will play a pivotal role in leading the day-to-day operations of the school while directing its strategic vision for the future. Collaboration with the Principal and senior leadership team will be essential to ensure seamless alignment across academics, boarding, and pastoral care—creating an environment where every student feels challenged, supported, and valued.

This position requires a leader who combines vision with precision—someone who can inspire teams, enhance collaboration, and uphold the highest standards of both learning and wellbeing. Partnering with the Directors of Studies and Boarding, you will provide cohesive oversight to sustain academic excellence and a vibrant boarding experience.

If you are passionate about leading a world-class educational community and ready to shape the next chapter of Beau Soleil’s success, we invite you to bring your leadership, expertise, and vision to our team. Apply online using the form below.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the daily operations of the school, ensuring a well-organised, safe, and positive environment that supports student learning and wellbeing.
• Provide visible and effective leadership, modelling professionalism, integrity, and the school’s values in all areas of school life.
• Work closely with the Directors of Studies and Boarding to ensure cohesion, excellence, and consistency across academic and residential programmes.
• Oversee teaching and learning standards, promoting high expectations, innovative pedagogy, and consistent quality across departments.
• Support the professional growth of staff through mentoring, performance development, and cultivating a collaborative culture.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the school, working alongside the Principal and Executive Leadership Team to implement long-term vision and improvement plans.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between academic, boarding, and pastoral teams, promoting a holistic approach to student development.
• Uphold safeguarding and child protection standards, acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer.
• Lead on behavior and student conduct, fostering a respectful and inclusive community.
• Oversee quality assurance and compliance processes, ensuring excellence in standards and documentation.
• Contribute to school community life, supporting key events and traditions that enhance engagement and belonging.
• Represent the school with parents and external partners, fostering trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to student success.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with extensive experience in international secondary education.
• Honours Degree; a master’s degree in education or educational leadership is preferred.
• Certification or extensive experience with the IB DP programme.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and a commitment to child protection.

Desirable:

• Experience with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).
• Experience in a boarding school environment.
• Previous experience as an IB Coordinator or in a similar leadership role.
• Familiarity with NEASC accreditation and data-informed school improvement.
• Proficiency with digital tools for teaching, learning, and management.
• Working knowledge of French (an asset).

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Strategic thinker able to translate vision into actionable plans.
• Excellent communicator, capable of inspiring confidence and trust among students, parents, and staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cross-cultural awareness suited for a diverse international environment.
• Data-literate, analytical, and organized, with keen attention to detail.
• Resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure.
• Committed to professional excellence, integrity, and collaborative leadership.

HOW TO APPLY

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

Collège Alpin Beau Soleil is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A police check is required prior to appointment.

Beau Soleil is a proud member of the Nord Anglia Education group of schools, offering our staff the opportunity to connect with a worldwide network of educational institutions and benefit from the professional training opportunities provided by the world’s leading premium school organization.