Job Description
Job Purpose
The Director of Inclusion is a senior leadership position responsible for developing and leading an inclusive culture that enables every student at Uppingham Hung Yen to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Reporting directly to the Headmistress, the Director of Inclusion will provide strategic leadership for inclusion across the whole school from Foundation Stage through to Sixth Form. The postholder will oversee the identification, provision and monitoring of support for students with additional learning needs, English as an Additional Language (EAL), social, emotional and mental health needs and those requiring targeted intervention or enrichment.
As Whole School SENCO, the Director of Inclusion will ensure that inclusive practices are embedded across all areas of school life, supporting staff in removing barriers to learning and promoting equitable access to the curriculum. Working collaboratively with academic and pastoral leaders, the postholder will champion student wellbeing, belonging and achievement, whilst ensuring compliance with local regulations and international best practice.
As a founding leader of a growing British international school, the Director of Inclusion will play a pivotal role in establishing systems, policies and support structures that will underpin the school's development from its current phase through to a full FS1-Year 13 school, including future boarding provision.
Closing date for applications is 17:00 ICT on 30th November 2026.
Job Criteria
Essential
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- Recognised teaching qualification and QTS (or equivalent).
- National SENCO Qualification, Master's degree in Inclusion/SEND, or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in inclusion, SEND or wellbeing.
Experience
- Experience as a school SENCO.
- Significant experience leading SEND provision.
- Experience line managing staff and leading teams.
- Experience working with EAL learners.
- Experience working with external specialists and parents.
- Strong understanding of inclusive education within a British curriculum framework.
Desirable
Qualifications
- Leadership qualification (NPQSL, NPQH or equivalent).
- Safeguarding training at DSL or DDSL level.
- Qualification in EAL, educational psychology or related field.
Experience
- Successful teaching experience across primary or secondary education.
- Experience in an international school.
- Experience supporting boarding students.
- Experience establishing systems within a growing or new school.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate advocate for inclusion and student wellbeing.
- Strategic thinker with a whole-school perspective.
- Highly collaborative and approachable.
- Resilient and solutions-focused.
- Strong communicator and relationship builder.
- Committed to achieving the best outcomes for all students.
Job 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.