Head of Junior School/ Head of Primary

Job Overview

The Role

Accountability

Accountable to the Head of School and, through the Head of School, to Uppingham Vietnam Board of Advisors. The Head of Junior School will report to the Head of School on all issues relating to the efficient management and organization of the Junior School.

The School reserves the right to adapt the needs of the role as circumstances demand or opportunities arise.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Working closely with the Head of School, the Head of Junior School will establish a Junior School of the highest quality befitting the Uppingham name. Providing vision, direction and leadership for the Junior School they will create, maintain and develop a highly effective and warm environment that enables pupils and teachers to reach their full potential.

1. Strategic Direction and Development

2. Teaching and Learning

3. Leading and Managing Staff

4. Efficient Deployment of Staff and Resources

5. Supporting Admissions

6. Policies and Procedures

7. Working with Parents

8. Working with Pupils

9. Safeguarding of Children

Qualifications

• A good degree from a recognized university

• A post-graduate teaching qualification (QTS)

• Further post-graduate study / leadership training of some nature would be desirable

Experience

• Track record of highly successful senior leadership, with experience at Deputy Head level or above

• A deep understanding, gained through direct experience, of the challenges and demands of leadership in a Junior School environment

• An outstanding educator and respected leader of learning, with a track record of delivering improvements to teaching and learning and fostering a culture of innovation

• Proven experience of developing and leading high performing teams

• Experience of adhering to financial protocols and managing significant school budgets

• Experience of developing and implementing whole school improvement strategies

• Experience of carrying out staff performance reviews

Skills and knowledge

• First-class communication skills, with the manner, gravitas, and personal authority to inspire the Junior school community and act as a compelling ambassador for Uppingham Vietnam

• Strong knowledge and understanding of child development, the Early Years Foundation Stage and English Primary School Curriculum and principles of good practice; child-centred philosophy and approach

• Knowledge of current educational thinking, initiatives, issues and matters of pedagogy

• Commitment to the highest standards of education and pastoral care for all pupils

• Strategic thinking skills, with the ability to articulate and share the School’s vision and identify steps which need to be taken to fulfil identified aims in the pursuit of excellence

• Outstanding people leadership and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to delegate meaningfully and an instinctive understanding of how to create the conditions in which others can grow, develop and succeed comfortable using technology as a tool to communicate and collaborate with colleagues and enhance learning

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Personal attributes

• A deep commitment to the aims and ethos of Uppingham Schools

• High levels of emotional intelligence, personal integrity and moral courage, informed by a deeply held set of educational values

• Cultural sensitivity in school management and the ability to relate to parents, pupils, and stakeholders of the school from a wide variety of countries and cultural backgrounds

• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy

• A positive outlook on life combined with energy, thoughtfulness, resilience, patience and a lively sense of humour

Benefits

• Competitive Salary aligned with Uppingham Hung Yen’s structured pay scale

• Comprehensive Health Insurance

• Relocation Allowance

• Accommodation Allowance

• Annual Return Flights Ticket to home country

• Daily Lunch provided in school when on duty

How To Apply

To apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply’ button below via TES Portal or Applications should be sent to careers@uppingham.edu.vn

Applications should include

• A Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• A fully completed Application Form (see supporting documents below), including contact details for at least three referees

• A scanned copy of teaching qualification(s) and/or professional qualification(s)

• A scanned copy of the passport (bio - data page)

• Legal document(s) certifying any change of name (if applicable)

Safer Recruitment

Uppingham Hung Yen is fundamentally committed to safeguarding the children in our care and their welfare is our top priority. All adults in the school community are expected to follow its Safeguarding procedures and are required to undertake safeguarding Checks. Staff will hold a clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check with no question regarding suitability to work with children .