English Teacher

Dulwich College (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 6,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

Dulwich College (Singapore) seeks an outstanding English Teacher to join from January 2027 to December 2027 to cover a maternity leave. The successful candidate will inspire students and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive learning environment across a diverse cohort.

Applicants should be internationally minded, demonstrate commitment to pastoral care and co-curricular programmes, and be prepared to teach Years 7–13; IGCSE and/or IB Diploma experience would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant, internationally recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience with IGCSE and/or IB Diploma is advantageous.
• Willingness to teach Years 7–13.
• Aligned with college ethos.

Responsibilities

• Cover maternity leave from Jan 2027 to Dec 2027.
• Lead by example and participate in pastoral care.
• Teach across Years 7–13; IGCSE/IB DP experience is beneficial.
• Contribute to co-curricular programme.

Skills

Team player

Pastoral care

Cultural sensitivity

Leadership by example

Education

Teaching qualification

IGCSE/IB Diploma experience

Job description

We are seeking an outstanding and inspirational English Teacher to join our College from January 2027 to December 2027, to cover a period of maternity leave.

Students come first is our guiding pillar. The right candidate will be a highly committed team player with the drive, energy and passion to help develop this forward-looking school. They will be internationally minded and excited to work with a culturally diverse range of colleagues and children. Applicants must be willing to lead by example and play a full part in the College’s pastoral care and extra-curricular programme.

Ideal candidates will have the ability to inspire students with a diverse range of talent and ability. A desire and willingness to teach through Years 7 to 13 is essential; experience of IGCSE and/or IBDP/A Level would be of benefit. Applicants must hold a relevant, internationally recognised, teaching qualification.

Successful applicants will need to be aligned with the ethos and values of Dulwich College.

Safeguarding

Our College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We follow safe recruitment practices and appointments are subject to vetting including reference checks, social media checks, and identity and criminal record checks.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is a globally renowned international school educating around 3,000 students from Toddlers (age 2) to Year 13 (age 18). The College was founded in 2014 on the ethos and values of the British independent schooling system and was the seventh College to join the Dulwich family of schools. It has a global outlook and contemporary approach that mirrors Singapore’s cosmopolitan nature and reflects the diverse backgrounds of the 50 nationalities that make up its student body.

Dulwich College (Singapore) believes in nurturing global citizens and well-rounded future leaders equipped to solve the world’s challenges. Students are encouraged to Live Worldwise – to make informed choices, take inspired action, and create a positive impact on society and the planet. This global outlook is expressed in the school motto, ‘Detur Pons Mundo’, which translates to ‘Building Bridges To The World’ – a perspective that is lived out daily.

Regarded as one of the leading international schools in Singapore, the College is academically selective and provides a rigorous curriculum, complemented by a rich co-curricular programme. Offering a genuinely international education, we build upon an enhanced version of the English National Curriculum, followed by IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. Our facilities are outstanding, including expansive learning spaces like the state-of-the-art net-zero building, The Greenhouse,a cutting-edge Performing Arts Centre/Theatre, black box studios, playing fields, pools, and large Gymnasiums.

The Senior School

Our Senior School offers a comprehensive educational programme for 1,400+ students aged 11 and 18, spanning Lower, Middle, and Upper Senior School. Our relational approach fosters a positive learning culture that permeates the entire community.

Building upon the strong foundation laid in Junior School, Years 7 and 8 (Lower Senior School) provide a dynamic environment where students explore all areas of learning, developing breadth and curiosity. In Middle Senior School (Years 9-11), students focus on IGCSE courses, acquiring the skills and approaches to learning needed for success in their final school years. Years 12 and 13 (Upper Senior School) are where students tailor their academic path to their strengths, ensuring a personalised journey that equips them for life beyond school.

Our Vision for Teachers

Dulwich College International (DCI) is a family of leading international schools in Asia. Across our schools, we are focused on nurturing every student to have the skills and motivation to thrive in life and make a positive difference in the world – that is, to Live Worldwise. To this end, we look to recruit the very best practitioners in international education who are passionate about unlocking the potential of our students, and who will continue to grow with us as Worldwise Teachers.

• Put students first in all they do
• Display a positive attitude, adaptability and open-mindedness
• Show professional initiative and perseverance
• Are truly collaborative and display highly developed communication skills
• Are committed to internationalism and equity
• Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship
• The right of every student to be safe, supported and nurtured
• Evidence-based and innovative pedagogy
• Personalised and differentiated student learning
• Setting high expectations for every student
• Empowering students to reach their own goals
• High levels of student motivation and engagement
• Maximises every student’s opportunity to learn
• Promotes student agency, reflection and a love of learning
• Delivers academic rigour and holisitc learning
• Reveals the complex and inter-disciplinary nature of learning content
• Creates a supportive and dynamic learning environment
• Develops students’ higher-order thinking

Equity Diversity Inclusion Statement

EiM is committed to diversity within its team, organisational practices, policies and culture. It recognises that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes, and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make its work more relevant and approachable. EiM will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. EiM strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. It expects everyone who works with it to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as it aspires to best serve the EiM mission and its community.

Safeguarding Statement

Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, social media checks, and successful references.

PEI Registration Number: 201027137D. Period of Registration: 09 January 2024 to 08 January 2028