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Nord Anglia Education

Deputy Head of Secondary

October 9, 2024

Date: 9 Oct 2024

Location:Hanoi, VN

Job ID: 3852

School: British Vietnamese International School Hanoi

Company: Nord Anglia Education

Deputy Head Secondary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, qualified and experienced Leader to help drive forward the Secondary school team through the next stage of our development. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of British education and the ability to promote outstanding teaching and learning. Experience of the “International A Level Program” would be an advantage, with a proven track record of raising academic outcomes. We are seeking a warm and welcoming leader for our families and staff and a strong communicator who is able to develop positive relationships throughout the wider community.

About the role

Candidates should possess a commitment to helping students to achieve their absolute best, to working as part of a team, and with a willingness to contribute to the busy extra-curricular life of our school. A minimum of five years’ experience of teaching a British style curriculum and previous leadership experience are essential.

We are seeking a professional who:

Is UK-trained or has relevant UK curriculum experience
Enjoys a professionally-stimulating environment
Promotes a well organised and inspiring learning environment
Offers enthusiasm and demonstrates a positive approach to students
Is comfortable integrating technology into their role
Is committed to constant improvement in all aspects of school life
Is reflective and continually strives to improve performance
Understands the value of consistent application of school policies

Please find the comprehensive Candidate brief for the Deputy Head of Secondary, along with the detailed Job Description for this position.

We will provide:

An excellent salary and retention bonus
Accommodation
Annual travel allowance
International medical cover
Up to two full school scholarships
A professionally-stimulating and supportive working environment
The chance to live and work in a culturally-diverse context.

About you

Able to adapt quickly to our fast-paced international environment, you will bring a degree, a recognised teaching qualification and considerable teaching experience. Committed and creative, you will be reflective on your own teaching and student outcomes, seeking out and implementing new ideas and innovative practice to raise achievement.

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships with parents and students. You will also be able to meet visa-related restrictions, including a minimum of three years teaching experience, full Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree.

About Nord Anglia Education

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading premium schools organisation, with more than 80+ schools located across 33 countries in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia, India and the Middle East. Together, our schools educate over 74,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary school.

Our philosophy for education rests on our four pillars of creativity, wellbeing, excellent academic outcomes, and global connectedness. These are delivered through innovative use of educational technology to create a personalised 21st century learning experience for all students.

Every parent wants the best for their child — so do we. Nord Anglia 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 of our students love coming to school.

https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/careers/working-for-us

About our school

The British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) produces a high-quality international education standard with a rapidly growing reputation. Fully integrated within the curriculum is the deliberate nurturing and safeguarding of Vietnamese language, culture and heritage. This new type of school is the first in Vietnam to offer this unique and special model.

BVIS is a member of the prestigious Federation of British Schools in Asia and has fully credited by the Council of International Schools.

BVIS academic results

The 2023-2024 school year was one of the strongest ever in terms of BVIS’s academic results. Our IGCSE pass rate was 99% with 82% of results being A* to C, 65% A* to B and 35% A* to A.

The A level pass rate was also 99% with 83% of passes being A* to C, 70% A* to B and 38% A* to A.

Benefits

When you join a Nord Anglia Education school, you join a global community of over 15,000 people working together to support our students’ success. We offer you unsurpassed opportunities to innovate and develop best practice across our family, to access extensive professional development, and to gain exceptional experience and career development in our schools. At Nord Anglia, you will have opportunities to progress more, learn more, and collaborate more.

We offer career and development opportunities that come with being part of our global organisation. Nord Anglia University unites our team through a vibrant online platform which harnesses the collective expertise of peers in an exchange of knowledge, ideas, and best practice. We also provide extensive professional development through Nord Anglia University to ensure that our teachers don’t just maintain their skills but can also develop at the cutting edge of educational thinking.

Our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King’s College London, offers our teachers unrivalled access to leading experts in their fields. We also offer selected candidates from our staff worldwide an opportunity to earn their Executive Master’s in International Education in an exclusive collaboration with King’s College London.

Alongside great training and a competitive package, you’ll enjoy the chance to live and work in one of the world’s most vibrant cities.

As a Nord Anglia Education teacher, you enjoy the following benefits:

A fast-paced, global experience so that you can progress on a global scale
An enabling environment founded on creativity, challenge, and collaboration
A culture which is fair and consultative
Unique opportunities to grow professionally and develop your career

Selection process

The closing date for application is Friday 08 November 2024 although we encourage early applications and reserve the right to pursue good applications as soon as we are ready.

The interview will be conducted online.

Applications must be made online 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.

Start date: 01 August 2025

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.

All post holders are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available as it has expired

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