Class Teacher - Infant School

TANGLIN TRUST SCHOOL LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanglin Trust School Singapore is seeking a qualified teacher for Early Years and/or Years 1 & 2 to join a British-based learning community in Singapore. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, create a safe and inspiring environment, and foster curiosity and wellbeing in a diverse student body.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, strong knowledge of the UK curriculum, and excellent communication with children, colleagues and parents.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in Early Years and/or Years 1 & 2.
• Strong understanding of child development for ages 3 to 7.
• Knowledge of the UK curriculum and assessment practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents.
• Commitment to safeguarding and well-being of every child.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, ambitious learning experiences for all children.
• Create a safe, inspiring learning environment and inclusive classroom culture.
• Foster curiosity, resilience and wellbeing through teaching approaches.
• Deliver a broad curriculum aligned with year group and school expectations.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support every child's progress.

Skills

QTS

EY/KS1 experience

Child development

UK curriculum knowledge

Communication

Safeguarding

Relationships

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Tanglin Mission

Tanglin Trust School Singapore has a long tradition of providing British-based learning with an international perspective. At Tanglin we strive to make every individual feel valued, happy and successful. Responsibility, enthusiasm and participation are actively encouraged and integrity is prized. Working together in a safe, caring yet stimulating environment, we set high expectations whilst offering strong support, resulting in a community of lifelong learners who can contribute with confidence to our world.

Our Vision

We aspire to be the best school in the world with a dynamic learning community which nurtures and inspires every individual to be the best they can be. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Purpose are at the heart of everything we do across the school.

The Role

1.Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and ambitious learning experiences that meet the needs of all children.
• Create and maintain an effective, safe and inspiring learning environment.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom culture that promotes curiosity, independence, resilience and wellbeing.
• Plan and deliver a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum in line with agreed year group and school expectations.
• Adapt teaching and learning to meet the diverse needs, strengths and interests of all children, ensuring appropriate support, challenge and opportunities for success.
• Use a range of effective teaching approaches, including play-based, inquiry-led and active learning, where appropriate.
• Promote high standards of achievement, behaviour, wellbeing and engagement.
• Follow the School's policies and procedures relating to behaviour management, daily routines, duties, home learning, absence and outdoor education, as outlined in the Staff Handbook.

2.Assessment and Progress

• Monitor, assess and evaluate children's learning accurately and effectively.
• Use assessment information to inform planning, intervention and next steps in learning.
• Maintain accurate records of attainment, achievement, progress andwellbeing.
• Prepare high-quality reports and communicate children's progresseffectively with parents in accordance with school expectations.

3.Pastoral Care, Inclusion and Safeguarding

• Build positive, respectful and supportive relationships with children,colleagues and parents.
• Promote children's personal, social and emotional development through daily interactions and planned learning experiences.
• Support children's wellbeing, confidence, independence and self-regulation.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Work closely with Learning Support, Enhanced Provision, pastoral teams and external agencies to ensure children receive the support they need to thrive.
• Champion inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.

4.Collaboration and Community

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, specialist teachers, Teaching and Learning Assistants, Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistants and support staff to enhance outcomes for all children.
• Build strong partnerships with parents through effective communication and engagement.
• Participate positively in year group planning, curriculum development and wider school initiatives.
• Contribute to school events, educational visits and wider community activities.
• Fulfil supervision duties and contribute actively to the school's co-curricular programme through CCA commitments.
• Communicate professionally, respectfully and collaboratively with colleagues, parents and all members of the Tanglin community in accordance with the expectations outlined in the Staff Handbook.

5.Professional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional learning and improvement.
• Participate actively in the Clear Review process and maintain an accurate and up-to-date record of professional learning and development.
• Engage in coaching, peer observation and reflective practice, making effective use of allocated professional learning time to observe colleagues and continually enhance teaching and learning.
• Support colleagues in developing their professional practice, including contributing to professional review processes in line with the school's framework.
• Uphold the values, policies and ethos of the school at all times.

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in Early Years and/or Years 1 & 2.
• Strong understanding of child development, particularly within the 3 to 7 age range.
• Strong knowledge of the UK curriculum and assessment practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive and productive relationships with children, colleagues and parents.
• Demonstrable commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and the holistic development of every child.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Tanglin Trust School believes that each employee makes a valuable and significant contribution to our success and that contributions should not be limited to the assigned responsibilities below. This job description is designed to outline primary responsibilities but not limit the employee, nor Tanglin Trust School, to only the duties identified. It is the expectation of the School that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organisation.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure certificate, or equivalent.