School Principal

Vinschool is seeking dynamic, experienced expat school leaders. Successful applicants will have thrived in previous leadership roles in bilingual/international school settings.

Vinschool: Vinschool, Vietnam’s largest private school system, with 50 campuses and over 47,000 students, aspires to offer a world-class education while inspiring positive, transformational changes within the education community in Vietnam. At Vinschool, we are proud to boast a diverse and globally experienced teaching team, with over 600 dedicated expat teachers hailing from various corners of the world, enriching the educational experience for our students. We work collaboratively alongside a team of 4,000 dedicated Vietnamese educators, fostering a dynamic environment that combines international perspectives with local expertise.

We are committed to maintaining high standards and promoting the welfare of our students and staff members. As a non-profit enterprise, Vinschool's mission is to provide opportunities to Vietnamese students who may not otherwise have access to international standards. Equipped with modern facilities, we strive to remain at the forefront of educational models in Vietnam.

Job Description:

The School Principal serves as the educational leader responsible for communicating with and empowering the school to fulfill Vinschool’s vision and mission. The Principal manages policies, facilities, regulations, and procedures to ensure students learn in a safe environment and receive a high-quality education that enhances their skills, knowledge, and virtues, while promoting self-awareness, pro-activeness, and competence to succeed in an ever-changing world.

Essential Responsibilities

• Delivering the vision and mission of the school
• Improving the educational outcomes of students
• Developing the quality of teaching and learning
• Nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students. 
• Uphold stewardship as a value based, ethical and moral activity.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with parents and community groups.
• Understand the legislation and policies that impact schooling.
• Manage resources to achieve goals. 

Qualifications:

Requirements and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education / education Leadership, Master’s preferred.
• Professional Teaching qualification/license/certification as applicable
• Previous experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Principal in an international / Bilingual School setting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements:

• High levels of personal integrity.
• Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard.
• Flexible and positive approach to work.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; high attention to detail.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Adaptable to working in a fast paced ever changing environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Continually strive for improvement.

Safeguarding and Student Welfare: Vinschool is committed to maintaining high safeguarding standards and ensuring the welfare of all students and staff. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, identity checks, qualification verifications, and criminal record checks.

How to Apply: If you're passionate about shaping young minds and eager to be a part of our dynamic team at Vinschool, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in making a difference in Vietnamese education and helping students reach their fullest potential. To apply, please provide the following:

• A detailed CV highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.
• Contact information for three professional referees, including your most recent line manager, with their position and email contact details.
• A scanned copy of your Bachelor's degree and teaching credential.

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of you joining the Vinschool.

Other benefits:

• Airfare support.
• Relocation allowance (Overseas hires).
• Housing Allowance.
• Paid National and School holidays.
• Summer payments.
• International health insurance.
• Visa, Work permit, and residence card provided.
• Dependent Benefits: Visa and residence card support, plus medical insurance coverage.
• Discount for children's tuition fees (bilingual education).
• Severance Payment: For each full year of employment, the employee shall receive ½ a month’s salary, upon completion of employment.
• Lunch: Complimentary lunches are provided at the school canteen