1809 Youth worker/ Queenstown

MAXHUNT RESOURCE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Queenstown Secondary School in Singapore seeks a qualified social worker for a fixed-term contract from 16 Oct 2026 to 31 Dec 2027, with a potential extension to 2028. Hours: Mon–Thu 7.30am–5.00pm (1h lunch), Fri 7.30am–4.30pm (1h lunch); closed weekends and gazetted holidays.

You will manage the Tree House/Student Services Hub, connect with students over time, provide socio-emotional support, and plan targeted programmes after school.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in social work or related disciplines as listed.
• Registered Social Worker or SASW member is required.
• Two years of relevant experience in schools or youth work recommended.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Tree House / Student Services Hub during hours stated.
• Build regular relationships with identified students for holistic development.
• Provide socio-emotional support during curriculum hours when needed.
• Plan and run intervention programmes (academic support, mentoring, engagement).
• Observe and document student needs; report to Student Development Team and school leaders.
• Provide feedback on needs and programme experiences; assist with improvements.
• Conduct term-end reviews of engagement programmes and act on upgrades.
• Maintain professionalism in interactions with students and staff; perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Meticulous

Independent

Education

Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Child Development, Youth Work

Job description

Name of Authority: Queenstown Secondary School

Contract Period: From 16 Oct 2026 to 31 Dec 2027

Option to extend: From 1 Jan 2028 to 31 Dec 2028

Personnel to be deployed at the following hours:

• Mon to Thurs: 7.30am to 5.00pm, inclusive of 1hr lunch break
• Friday: 7:30am to 4:30pm, inclusive of 1hr lunch break
• Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays

Requirements:

1. A Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Psycology, Counselling, Child Development, Youth Work, or related disciplines.
2. A registered Social Worker or a registered Social Work Practitioner with the Singapore Association of Social Workers (SASW).
3. Preferably be a Certified Practitioner in Restorative Practice / Building Relational Capacity, accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications framework or by a recognized international training provider.
4. At least two (2) years of relevant experience in:
   • Social service sector, social service agency(s) which provide guidance on social work supervision in schools and social work programmes OR
   • Working with students with additional needs or be enrolled in, or having completed, a social work programme that includes practical experience in a school setting OR
   • Social work with children and youth in community settings.
5. Meticulous, responsible and able to work independently

Job Scopes：

1. To manage the Tree House / Student Services Hub during stipulated hours ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for students.
2. To connect with identified students by the Student Development Team on a regular basis over a prolonged duration, build positive relationships and contribute to the holistic development of the students.
3. To provide socio-emotional support during curriculum hours if students are unable to integrate back to class or catch up due to absences or suspension.
4. To plan and conduct intervention programmes customised to students' needs and aligned to the school's efforts in character development after school, which include but not limited to:
   • Academic support programme
   • Mentoring programme
   • Engagement programme
5. To observe/identify and document the key needs of the students and to report such cases to the Student Development Team officers overseeing programme and School Leaders for further intervention and support
6. To provide feedback on students' needs, programme experience and concerns, so that the school can better support the students.
7. To conduct review of the engagement programme at the end of each term and recommend improvements for future implementation.
8. To conduct themselves professionally in their interactions with the students and school personnel, and work Student Development Team in supporting the students.
9. To practise the areas of responsibilities and behaviour during all his or her school engagements as listed in Annex C - Expectations of Instructor.
10. Any other duties assigned by the Authority.