Job Purpose

Uppingham Hung Yen combines the heritage, values and educational philosophy of Uppingham School UK with a modern, internationally minded approach to learning. We seek colleagues who are passionate about delivering excellent teaching, nurturing character and inspiring young people to become confident, responsible and globally minded citizens.

The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that promotes academic excellence, personal development, wellbeing, creativity and global citizenship. Pupils are encouraged to develop intellectual curiosity, resilience, leadership and a strong sense of community through a rich programme of academic, pastoral and co-curricular opportunities.

As a growing school, we offer the rare opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the development of a flourishing educational community where innovation, collaboration and high expectations are at the heart of everything we do.

Positions of Interest

We are interested in hearing from high-quality teachers across the following phases and subject areas:

• Lower Secondary (Years 7–9): Lead teachers in Maths, English, Science, Humanities and Modern Foreign Languages. For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to transition to Head of Department in the following academic year.

• Specialist teachers: PE, Music, Art, Languages, Computing and Design Technology, Global Perspectives, Spanish and Wellbeing & PSHE.

• Inclusion, EAL and Learning Support specialists.

About You

We welcome applications from teachers who share our values and are excited by the opportunity to help build a new Senior School.

Essential

• Experience teaching within the British curriculum or a comparable international curriculum.

• Excellent classroom practice and high expectations for all learners.

• A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for helping to build a new school.

• The ability to contribute to the wider life of the school through pastoral and co-curricular activities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Previous international school experience (advantageous but not essential).

• For lead teacher roles, the ambition to grow into subject leadership, with a possible transition to Head of Department in the following academic year.

Benefits

• A competitive salary aligned with the Uppingham Vietnam structured pay scale.

• Comprehensive international medical insurance for the employee and eligible dependents.

• Full statutory social insurance contributions based on 100% of the gross salary.

• A generous housing allowance and dedicated relocation support.

• An annual return flight allowance.

• 100% tuition fee remission for up to two dependent children.

Application Process

At this stage, we invite interested candidates to submit:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV).

• A letter of application outlining:

• Your relevant experience.

• Your areas of expertise.

• Your reasons for wishing to join Uppingham Hung Yen.

Shortlisted candidates will subsequently be asked to provide:

• A fully completed application form, 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).

Interviews

Selected candidates may be invited to attend face-to-face interviews and discussions in:

• United Arab Emirates – late November 2026

• London, United Kingdom – late November 2026

These events will provide an opportunity to learn more about the school and discuss future employment opportunities with members of the leadership team.

Applications should be sent to: [email protected]

The closing date for applications is 17:00 ICT on 30 November 2026.

Safeguarding Statement

Uppingham Hung Yen is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and to follow the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding policies.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo rigorous child protection screening appropriate to the post. The school will seek references from current and previous employers and will conduct all appropriate safeguarding checks, including identity verification, qualification checks, employment history verification, criminal record checks, prohibition checks (where applicable) and online and social media screening.

Any offer of employment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of all safeguarding requirements.

We look forward to hearing from talented and dedicated educators who are excited by the opportunity to help establish an exceptional British international school in Vietnam.

Strong foundations for growing minds. Character for life.