Vice Principal: Head of Secondary School

SIR MANASSEH MEYER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Singapore is seeking a passionate Vice Principal: Head of Secondary School to lead and inspire the teaching and learning environment. This role involves managing educational standards, staff development, and pastoral care while ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. The ideal candidate will possess substantial leadership experience and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for students. Interested applicants should prepare their Letter of Application and CV for consideration.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of outstanding teaching and leadership experience.
• Experience with A-Levels or equivalent in an international setting.
• Proven success in middle or senior leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead Secondary School Teaching and Learning.
• Oversee Pastoral Care for all pupils.
• Establish high standards of student achievement.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Cultural Awareness

Emotional Intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Master’s in Education or school leadership qualification

Job description

SMMIS is seeking an inspiring and passionate Vice Principal: Head of Secondary School to join our team in August 2026.

Job Purpose:

• Leading the Secondary School Teaching and Learning, holding responsibility for educational standards across the Secondary School.
• Lead Pastoral Care, with oversight of the behaviour and welfare of all pupils in the Secondary School.
• Be a member of the School Leadership Team (SLT), Academic and Exam Board (AEB) and other staff teams as appropriate
• To contribute to the development of policy and planning for the school;
• Leading the development and monitoring of policies relating to the Secondary School’s Teaching and Learning and ensuring that the school’s practice reflects those policies;
• Leading and managing the provision of a pioneering, creative and stimulating curriculum for the Secondary School;
• Leading, managing and developing the teaching expertise, professional development and well‑being of all Secondary School staff;
• Establishing high standards of student achievement and behaviour throughout the Secondary School;
• Leading the Secondary School self‑evaluation and development planning process.
• Ensure Edutrust compliance throughout the Secondary School

Overall Responsibilities include:

• Operational / Strategic Planning
• Leading Learning and Teaching
• Managing the Secondary School's organisation and resources
• Pastoral Care
• Staff Development and HR
• School Community Link

Qualifications and Experience (essential)

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification from home country
• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Master’s in Education or school leadership qualification or relevant field (preferred).
• At least 5 years’ outstanding teaching and leadership experience in the Secondary age range with A-Levels or equivalent, in an international setting
• Proven success in middle or senior leadership roles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and manage change.
• High level of cultural awareness and emotional intelligence.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, and inclusion.

Interested applicants please send your Letter of Application and CV. A detailed job description will be shared with shortlisted applicants.

We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

TheSchool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students, children and young people and expects all employees, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background screening will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All positions are subject to background check clearance and successful employment references.

The job holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young person’s for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom she/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school's Safeguarding, Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, she/he must report any concerns to the School’s Safeguarding Lead or to the Principal accordingly.