School Principal – Cambridge Campus, Primary to High School - Hanoi (July 2027)

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School Principal – Cambridge Curriculum, Hanoi

Primary Through High School

Vinschool is seeking an exceptional School Principal to lead one of its Cambridge campuses in Hanoi, from Primary through to High School, starting in July 2027. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, forward-thinking leader with significant experience in bilingual or international school settings, ideally across multiple phases of schooling.

About Vinschool

Founded in 2013 and operating under Vingroup, Vinschool is a not-for-profit K-12 education system. Driven by a vision to become a Vietnamese school system of international caliber, Vinschool has grown rapidly over the past decade and now operates 54 schools across Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hai Phong, Thanh Hoa City and Phu Quoc, serving nearly 50,000 students from preschool through to high school.

All 54 Vinschool schools are operated in line with the standards of the Council of International Schools (CIS), with a number already holding full CIS accreditation and others progressing through the certification process. Vinschool‘s Advanced (Cambridge) Programme delivers an integrated bilingual curriculum, combining the Vietnamese national curriculum with the Cambridge International Curriculum Framework, from Cambridge Primary through to Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A-Level. Cambridge-framework subjects are taught in English.

We are proud of our diverse and globally experienced teaching team: more than 700 expat teachers from around the world work alongside 4,000 dedicated Vietnamese educators, combining international perspectives with local expertise.

As a not-for-profit organisation, Vinschool‘s mission is to give Vietnamese students access to international standards of education they might not otherwise have. We are committed to high standards and to the welfare of our students and staff, and with modern facilities, we strive to stay at the forefront of educational models in Vietnam.

The Role

The School Principal is the educational leader responsible for communicating with and empowering the school to fulfil Vinschool‘s vision and mission. The Principal manages policies, facilities, regulations and procedures so that students learn in a safe environment and receive a high-quality education. This education develops their skills, knowledge and virtues, and builds the self-awareness, proactiveness and competence they need 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, including delivery of the Advanced (Cambridge) Programme
• Nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders
  
  

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Uphold stewardship as a values-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 affect schooling.
• Manage resources to achieve goals.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor‘s degree in Education or Educational Leadership; Master‘s preferred.
• Professional teaching qualification, licence or certification, as applicable.
• Previous experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Principal in an international or bilingual school, with experience leading across primary and secondary phases an advantage.
• Experience with the Cambridge International curriculum is an advantage.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• High levels of personal integrity.
• Conscientious and able to complete work to a consistently high standard.
• Flexible and positive approach to work.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with high attention to detail.
• Able to work to tight deadlines and prompt others so deadlines are met.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Able to work under pressure and remain calm.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Continually strives for improvement.
  
  

Safeguarding and Student Welfare

Vinschool is committed to high safeguarding standards and to the welfare of all students and staff. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, identity checks, qualification verification and criminal record checks.

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
• Dependant benefits: visa and residence card support, plus medical insurance
• Tuition discount for children (bilingual education)
• Complimentary lunch in the school canteen
  
  

How To Apply

If you‘re passionate about shaping young minds and eager to join our dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in making a difference in Vietnamese education and helping students reach their full potential. Please provide:

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

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

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