Teach in a Cambridge-certified International School!
UIA International School of Tokyo (UIA) is one of the few Cambridge-certified international schools IN TOKYO with students from Early Years to Grade 12. Cambridge curriculum and assessments are designed to encourage students to develop and become confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners.
UIA is a rapidly growing school with over 560 students and is welcoming dedicated and highly motivated Primary and Secondary School Teachers, who will engage and inspire UIA students.
At UIA, we aspire to create culturally sensitive, environmentally responsible, global citizens who are prepared to represent and are capable of becoming the leaders of tomorrow’s generation.
Position Objective
The Deputy Principal (Secondary) fosters an engaging, inclusive, and student‑centered environment aligned with the Cambridge International Curriculum and Cambridge Learner Attributes — developing learners who are confident, responsible, reflective, innovative, and engaged learners
The role provides strategic, academic, and pastoral leadership across the secondary school, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, student wellbeing, and program coherence consistent with UIA’s guiding statements.
Provide day‑to‑day leadership of the Secondary School in alignment with school policies, Cambridge expectations, and safeguarding requirements. Lead and support secondary teachers in curriculum planning, assessment, instruction, and professional growth. Oversee student behavior expectations with a restorative approach to ensure a positive learning culture.
Support whole‑school strategic initiatives, accreditation processes, and community engagement; serve as Acting Secondary Principal when required.
Key Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
- Assist in curriculum planning, development, and implementation; strengthen alignment to Cambridge standards and best practices.
- Promote integration of educational technology and digital tools for learning (e.g., Cambridge platforms, FARIA, Google Workspace).
- Maintain current subject allocation where applicable to remain classroom‑connected.
- The position will have a teaching role dependent on the candidates experience
Student Welfare, Behavior, and Pastoral Care
- Promote a positive school culture; uphold behavior policies and restorative processes.
- Oversee advisory, wellbeing, and safeguarding programs aligned with the Cambridge Learner Attributes.
- Monitor student progress and lead interventions for academic, behavioral, and emotional concerns; mentor students in goal‑setting and pathways.
- Engage with parents regarding progress and concerns; collaborate closely with pastoral teams and counselors.
Staff Development & Leadership
Operations, Timetabling & Compliance
Operations, Timetabling & Compliance
Personal Attributes
Qualifications and Experience
Terms of Employment
- Working Hours: 08:15 to 16:30
- Probation Period: 3 months
- Referee request: 3 referees (including direct conversation)
- Background Check: current country (if applicable)
Benefits:
- VISA application by school
- Health Insurance (70%) as per national requirement
- Commutation allowance (travel) up to ¥35000
- Professional Development funding
- 10 days leave plus approximately 30 days holiday
- Onboarding support
Child Welfare
UIA International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The expectation is that all staff, volunteers, and contractors share this commitment. All staff undergo onsite training. Safe recruitment practice and reference checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
Application Process
If you are interested in joining our UIA community, please send the above to
recruitment@uia.jp.
OR apply in the Online Application below.
Due to the volume of applications received, we will contact only selected applicants for an interview.
We look forward to receiving your application!
