Secondary Deputy Headteacher

**Date**:17 Jan 2024**Location**:Ho Chi Minh City, VN**Job ID**:1587**School**:British International School Ho Chi Minh City**Company**:Nord Anglia Education**British International School, HCMC**
- At the British International School, Ho Chi Minh City (BIS HCMC), we believe in a holistic education that fosters a love of learning, which balances academic success with character development and wellbeing. We are a Nord Anglia Education School and the largest international school in Vietnam, educating over 2,400 students from more than 55 countries. In our most recent BSO Inspection, in November 2022, the school was rated ‘Outstanding in all Categories’ by the British Government. Our students achieve some of the best examination results in the world and go on to attend the top universities globally.- Our three campuses, located in the heart of Thao Dien, Ho Chi Minh City, cater to students from 2 to 18 years of age. Split by age group, each purpose-built campus is home to state-of-the-art facilities, packed with interactive technology, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.- The school is currently looking to recruit a:
**SECONDARY DEPUTY HEADTEACHER (Curriculum and Learning)**
- Due to promotion to a sister school in Vietnam, BIS HCMC is looking for a Secondary Deputy Headteacher (DHT) focussing on Curriculum and Learning. This post is for a January 2025 start.**About the Secondary Senior Leadership Team**
- The Secondary Senior Leadership Team (SSLT) is composed of the Head of Campus, two Deputy Headteachers, two Assistant Headteachers and the Whole School Deputy Headteacher who leads on Enrichment and Co-curricular activities. As a team, SSLT leads on the delivery of a Secondary educational experience that is in line with our whole school vision and Aide Memoire. We endeavour to empower, support and guide the Secondary middle leaders, departments, teachers and pastoral teams to ensure that all students have access to high-quality learning opportunities inside and beyond the classroom. Our holistic approach, whilst being rigorously academic is underpinned with excellent pastoral support and inclusive and engaging co-curricular activities.- The Deputy Headteacher (Curriculum and Learning) takes a lead role in all academic aspects at BIS including the creation of the Secondary timetable, leading the Curriculum Leadership Team (CLT) and working with the admissions team to support new students. The Deputy Headteacher also works collaboratively with members of the Primary Leadership Team to ensure development towards whole school priorities.- Please refer to the BIS HCMC SC Deputy Post 2023-24_FA.pdf for further information.**Why Choose BIS HCMC**
- Our teachers are at the heart of all that we do, and you’ll relish working in our diverse school community, where everyone acts with respect, care, and integrity. On each of our three purpose-built campuses, world-class facilities will bring your teaching to life, inspiring every student to fall in love with learning. Additionally, we are proud Institutional Members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This recognises our commitment to evidence-informed teaching and learning, and CPL. Institutional membership ensures our pedagogical approaches remain up to date and reinforces the value we place on a strong professional learning community.-
- Beyond academics, we have an exceptional enrichment programme with over 100 Co-Curricular activities and expeditions both in Vietnam and globally that help our students overcome challenges, build confidence, create unforgettable memories and create change to the communities around them.-
**Nord Anglia Education**Selection Process**- **Start Date**:We offer a professional working environment and an attractive remuneration and benefits package. The initial contract is for 2.5 years with a start date of January 2025.**Safer recruitment**: 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.-Job Description
Please refer to the Job Description via this link Secondary Deputy Head (Curriculum and Learning) JD 2024.pdf