primary principal - aug 2025 - hcmc, vietnam

Principal Principal
HCMC, Vietnam
August 2025


Living and Working in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is one of Asia's most exciting and rapidly evolving cities. As Vietnam's bustling economic hub, it offers an intriguing blend of modernity and tradition, from sleek skyscrapers and rooftop bars to charming French colonial architecture, ornate temples, and bustling markets. The city's rich cultural heritage is complemented by its vibrant food scene, offering a mix of French, Chinese, and authentic Vietnamese cuisine, sure to satisfy any palate. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely meal or exploring the city's iconic sites, you'll find plenty to enjoy in this dynamic city.
Ho Chi Minh City is an incredibly affordable place to live, as a teacher you'll enjoy a comfortable lifestyle while experiencing the unique energy of one of Southeast Asia's most exciting locations.

Requirements

• A degree in Education or PGCE, plus Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent.

• At least 3 years of teaching experience.

• Adaptable, a good communicator, highly self-motivated, a learner, and a contributor.

On Offer:

• A rewarding lifestyle: Vietnam offers a comfortable lifestyle, ranking 1st for cost of living in the 2022 InterNations' Expat Insider Survey.

• Competitive Salary: TBC for leadership, teaching salaries are from approx. 51,500,000 - 66,000,000 net.

• Generous Benefits: Enjoy benefits including flights, a housing allowance, medical insurance, free school meals, an end-of-contract completion bonus, and much more.

• Supportive Environment: The school is committed to the well-being of staff.

• Experience:

• A maximum class size of 24.

• Daily non-contact time.

• A healthy and manageable workload.

• Enthusiastic and well-behaved learners.

• Full-time Learning & Teaching Assistants.

• A supportive and approachable leadership team.

• Weekly in-house professional learning.

• Middle leadership opportunities.