Deputy Head of Secondary
British International School - Hanoi
Viet Nam
- New
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01/08/2025
- Apply by:
- 31 October 2024
Job overview
Our school
BIS Hanoi is a positive, thriving learning community, committed to educational excellence based on the most rigorous of global standards, where students from over 30 nationalities are highly motivated to learn and achieve.
As a Nord Anglia Education school, BIS Hanoi is superbly resourced, with excellent facilities and technology supporting holistic learning, leading to exceptional educational outcomes in all areas. With 1100 students, BIS Hanoi continues to grow and is an energetic, welcoming environment with exciting opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.
Hanoi itself is rich in culture and history with exciting travel opportunities both within Vietnam and regionally, and nature at its doorstep. The outstanding benefits package provides teachers with an excellent lifestyle and large saving potential, and includes quality housing, medical insurance, flights, gym membership, transportation, and settling allowance.
To learn more about our school and see our latest updates, please view the Employment section and the News and Events section of our website, and our Facebook page. You can also access our Virtual School Tour.
Deputy Head of Secondary School
The Deputy Head of Secondary is a pivotal leader within the school, playing a crucial role in enhancing educational excellence and fostering continuous improvement in the Secondary section. This position directly supports the Head of Secondary in implementing strategic school initiatives and ensuring exceptional student outcomes. The Deputy Head drives leadership across teams, manages key operational responsibilities, and maintains a strong focus on student achievement, well-being, and overall school success. In the absence of the Head of Secondary, the Deputy Head ensures smooth school operations and continuity of leadership.
The role offers a dynamic opportunity to lead professional development, coach department leaders, and enhance the school’s teaching practices. Collaboration with both local and global networks is essential to this role, ensuring that the school remains at the forefront of innovative education. The Deputy Head also oversees critical systems such as timetabling, data analysis, EdTech integration, and examinations management, all aimed at maximizing student success. This position is ideal for a dedicated leader committed to driving growth, fostering a culture of belonging, and shaping the future of education.
Selection Process
The closing date for application is Thursday 31 October 2024 although we reserve the right to interview and make an appointment before the advertised closing date for the role. Therefore, an early application is recommended.
Applications must be made online via Nord Anglia Education Job Portal by clicking the Apply Button below. Applications should contain an application letter and full CV (including photograph, phone number, and contact details of 3 referees – one of whom is your current Head Teacher/Principal). A scanned copy of relevant degree certificates will also need to be provided.
First stage interviews will be conducted online in early November, and final interviews will take place either online or in-person on 25 & 26 November.
Start Date: Initial contracts are for three years with a start date of 1 August 2025.
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About British International School - Hanoi
- British International School - Hanoi
- Lot H3-H4, Hoa Lan Road, Vincom Village, Long Bien District
- Hanoi City
- Vietnam
Nord Anglia Education (NAE) is the world’s leading premium schools organisation, with 86 schools located across 33 countries in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia, India and the Middle East. Together, our schools educate over 80,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary school. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our schools, students, teachers, staff and communities, and we inspire every child who attends an NAE school to achieve more than they ever imagined possible.
Every parent wants the best for their child — so do we. NAE schools deliver high quality, transformational education and ensure excellent academic outcomes by going beyond traditional learning. Our global scale enables us to recruit and retain world-leading teachers and to offer unforgettable experiences through global and regional events, while our engaging learning environments ensure all our students love coming to school. We create unique opportunities to benefit our students and people, such as the Global Campus, Nord Anglia University, and our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF and King’s College London.
About the school
British International School, Hanoi is located in the Long Bien district of Hanoi, in a clean, quiet and secure neighborhood which offers the perfect environment for well-being. Our spectacular facilities provide the stage for excellence in sport and the performing arts. We think beyond traditional education to transform learning and we are proud of our flexible learning spaces which optimise innovation, collaboration and creativity.
The National Curriculum for England, IGCSE and the IB Diploma are taught to over 1,100 English speaking students from the Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 13.
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