Head of Early Learning School & PYP Coordinator

ROLE SUMMARY:

Altair is a proud member of the Inspired Education Group, a leading global premium schools group operating all over the worls. Inspired schools deliver a world-class education that combines academic excellence with innovative, holistic learning.

At Altair, we nurture confident, curious, and compassionate learners through a bilingual education that balances intellectual, social, and emotional development. Our Early Learning School provides a joyful and stimulating environment where children aged 2 to 6 build the foundations for lifelong learning and success.

The Head of Early Learning School (ELS) is a key member of the Altair Leadership Team, responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the Early Years department, which serves students from ages 2 to 6.

This role combines visionary educational leadership with strong management and interpersonal skills. The Head of Early Learning School will ensure that Altair’s youngest learners experience a warm, nurturing, and inspiring environment aligned with the school’s mission and the Inspired Education ethos.

The successful candidate will lead teaching and learning, curriculum development, pastoral care, and community engagement for the Early Years, fostering collaboration among teachers, assistants, and parents.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Early Learning School, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and care.
• Lead a team of teachers and assistants to deliver a developmentally appropriate and bilingual curriculum that integrates the best practices in early childhood education.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Oversee curriculum design, planning, and assessment in alignment with Altair’s educational philosophy and Inspired Education standards.
• Ensure that teaching practices are innovative, child-centred, and based on current research in early learning and bilingual education.
• Develop and implement strategies to support the transition of children from Early Learning to Primary School.
• Work closely with the Head of School and Senior Leadership Team to contribute to whole-school improvement, planning, and communication.
• Recruit, develop, and evaluate Early Learning staff, ensuring continuous professional growth and alignment with school values.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families and the school community through effective communication and parent engagement initiatives.
• Oversee health, safety, and safeguarding standards across all Early Learning classrooms and outdoor learning environments.
• Lead and model Inspired commitment to excellence, wellbeing, and global-minded education.
• Oversee curriculum design, planning, and assessment in alignment with Altair’s educational philosophy, the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework, and Inspired Education standards.
• Ensure the completion of all requirements and documentation necessary for the school’s authorization and ongoing compliance with the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A university degree in Education or Early Childhood Education; a Master’s or Postgraduate qualification in Educational Leadership or a related field is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in Early Years education, including leadership experience in a bilingual or international school.
• Deep knowledge of early childhood pedagogy, curriculum frameworks, and child development.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing teachers and assistants.
• A strong understanding of bilingual education and language acquisition in young learners.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships with staff, parents, and students.
• A collaborative, innovative, and reflective approach to leadership.
• Native or near-native English proficiency; Spanish proficiency is an advantage.  
• A commitment to Inspired Education’s values of excellence, global citizenship, and holistic education.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.