Vinschool is seeking an exceptional School Principal to lead its Secondary and High School in Hanoi from July 2026. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, forward- thinking leader with significant experience in bilingual or international school contexts.
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&039;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.
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
Nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, the community, and stakeholders
Improving the educational outcomes of students
Delivering the vision and mission of the school
Developing the quality of teaching and learning
Key Accountabilities
Manage resources to achieve goals.
Uphold stewardship as a value based, ethical and moral activity.
Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to shared educational vision focused on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
Form partnerships with parents and community groups.
Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
Understand the legislation and policies that impact schooling.
Qualifications:
Requirements and experience:
Bachelor’s degree in education / education Leadership, Master’s preferred.
Previous experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Principal in an international / Bilingual School setting.
Professional Teaching qualification/license/certification as applicable
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Requirements:
Ability to work under pressure and remain calm.
High levels of personal integrity.
Flexible and positive approach to work.
Self- motivated and enthusiastic.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achieved.
Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard.
Excellent organizational and time- management skills; high attention to detail.
Continually strive for improvement.
Adaptable to working in a fast paced ever changing environment.
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&039;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&039;s degree and teaching credential.
We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of you joining the Vinschool.
Other benefits:
Relocation allowance (Overseas hires).
Dependent Benefits: Visa and residence card support, plus medical insurance coverage.
Housing Allowance.
Summer payments.
Severance Payment: For each full year of employment, the employee shall receive ½ a month’s salary, upon completion of employment.
International health insurance.
Lunch: Complimentary lunches are provided at the school canteen
Paid National and School holidays.
Visa, Work permit, and residence card provided.
Discount for children&039;s tuition fees (bilingual education).
Airfare support.
