Vice Principal

NLCS Hong Kong is seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic and committed Vice Principal (Senior School) to join the founding team as the school prepares to welcome its first pupils in August 2027.​ ​

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing a new member of the world-renowned NLCS family of schools. Successful candidates will contribute not only to the delivery of an exceptional educational experience but also to the development of the school's culture, traditions and community from its earliest stages.​

This full-time, fixed-term position is offered for up to three years. During the pre-opening phase, the role will include supporting key school development activities such as admissions, pupil recruitment, community engagement and the establishment of school systems and procedures. Following the school's opening, the focus will transition to leadership, teaching and pastoral responsibilities within the School, while pre-opening duties will reduce as the school moves into full operation.​

NLCS Hong Kong

North London Collegiate School Hong Kong will open in August 2027 to students in Kowloon. Our Senior School will open on Hong Kong Island. Both campuses will be co-educational day schools, with our junior campus accommodating up to 500 students, and the senior campus accommodating approximately the same. Students from KG to Grade 5 will follow a bespoke curriculum (based on the English National curriculum with local adaptations and elements of PYP). Learning in the Senior School will culminate in students completing the IB Diploma Programme. ​

Founded in partnership with HOEH Limited, NLCS Hong Kong will be committed to providing an exceptional academic education within a welcoming and supportive community, in keeping with the aspirational ethos of NLCS (UK). Our holistic approach to education based on our core values helps foster well-rounded individuals. Our mission will be to help every student discover their passion and strive to make a meaningful impact globally.​

Our rigorous programme is designed to challenge and expand children’s horizons. With dedicated teaching staff, passionate about guiding and inspiring pupils in their subjects, we encourage young people to be curious, creative, and adaptable thinkers, and support them in becoming independent and self-driven scholars.​

At NLCS Hong Kong, we will honour the educational heritage of our founding school in London, whilst embracing core Chinese values and philosophy that emphasise community, respect and courtesy. With a global outlook, we will nurture an appreciation for diverse perspectives, all whilst preserving the essence of Chinese culture and heritage. ​

Our family of schools

In 2011 NLCS opened its first international branch school in South Korea: NLCS Jeju. NLCS Jeju is a co-educational day and boarding school. It offers the IB Diploma to all students in the Sixth Form and has been ranked the number one IB Diploma school in South Korea, achieving outstanding results since its first cohort of graduating students in 2014. The School’s alumni continue onto excellent universities around the world, including destinations in the UK, USA and Asia, with significant numbers gaining places at Oxbridge and Ivy League institutions.​

In September 2017, NLCS opened its second branch school, in the UAE: NLCS Dubai. The school is a co-educational, day school, following the IB Continuum, with students taking the IB Diploma in Grade 12. It has achieved the highest average IB diploma score in Dubai for 4 consecutive years. In 2026, the school achieved an outstanding average IB Diploma score of 38.1 points and was ranked the second-highest performing IB school in the UAE. Its students also continue to secure places at leading universities worldwide, with 61% of its graduates attending universities ranked among the world's top 100, including 33% attending top 20 institutions.​

NLCS (Singapore) opened in August 2020, becoming NLCS’s third branch school. It is a co-educational day school in the heart of Singapore, offering a bespoke Junior curriculum and the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. The school continues to demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, with an average IB Diploma score of 38.4 points in 2026, placing it second among IB schools in Singapore. Its graduates progress to prestigious universities across the world, with 40% of its graduates attending top 100 universities and 15% attending institutions ranked within the world's top 20.​

NLCS Kobe opened in August 2025 as a co-educational Junior School for day pupils, located on Rokko Island. The Senior School, which is due to open in August 2028, will also be co-educational but will offer boarding. It is located on Rokko Mountain overlooking the city. The school will follow the IB Continuum.​

Safeguarding and Child Protection

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory background and police checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice and Belonging

We believe that an inclusive community enriches learning and strengthens relationships. We celebrate diversity, champion equity, and seek to foster a genuine sense of belonging where all students, staff, and families feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.

Terms and Conditions

A competitive package will be offered to the successful candidate, including the following:

• Competitive salary​
• Initial three year contract​
• Allowance in lieu of accommodation​
• Relocation costs​
• Annual flight allowance​
• Health insurance​
• Free tuition for two eligible children​