EYFS Classroom Teacher (January - July Short Term Contract)

Brighton College (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected international school in Singapore seeks an experienced EYFS Classroom Teacher to join their vibrant team. The role focuses on delivering outstanding early years education and supporting children's holistic development in an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will hold a teaching qualification and have 5-8 years of experience in a British Curriculum school. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

School holidays and public holidays

Free parking on site

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 - 8 years as a Classroom teacher in a British Curriculum School.
• Proven track record of teaching in British Curriculum.
• Experience in an independent or international school is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a class of pupils aged from 18 months to 5 years.
• Plan and deliver lessons that meet EYFS requirements.
• Use ongoing assessment to inform children's learning.

Skills

Teaching skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

University degree and teaching qualification

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

Job description

About the School - Brighton College (Singapore)

Brighton College (Singapore) is an exciting place to work, and it is our staff who make our community a vibrant and stimulating environment.

The academic success of the Brighton College Family of Schools is due to excellent, innovative and well-planned teaching. Above all, therefore, we are looking for individuals who foster a passion for learning and who demonstrate an ability and genuine desire to develop pupils and staff to their fullest potential.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced EYFS Classroom Teacher (January - July Short Term Contract) to join our fantastic team.

We welcome applications from teachers who are available to start in January, with the role contracted until July 2026

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the Role

Brighton College (Singapore) is seeking an inspirational EYFS Classroom Teacher to start in August 2026. The core purpose of the EYFS Classroom Teacher is to deliver outstanding early years education that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and independence in every child. The EYFS Teacher will create a warm, stimulating, and inclusive environment that reflects the College’s values and promotes holistic development across all areas of learning

What you will be doing

• Be responsible for the teaching of a class of pupils aged from eighteen months to five years of age.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that meet the requirements of the EYFS Statutory Framework and the school’s curriculum policies.
• Ensure medium-term and short-term plans are undertaken in accordance with school policy, reflecting progression across all seven areas of learning.
• Provide a broad, balanced, play-based curriculum that promotes the Characteristics of Effective Learning and supports children’s curiosity, confidence, and independence.
• Ensure that the range of abilities among children is catered for through adaptive teaching and planned differentiated activities.
• Use ongoing observation and assessment to inform next steps in learning and ensure all children make good progress.
• Ensure that monitoring, recording, assessment, and reporting are undertaken in accordance with school policies
• Mark work, where applicable, appropriately and as immediately as possible, giving individual feedback and encouragement.
• Liaise with the SENDCo to ensure early identification and support for children with additional learning needs.
• Maintain strong partnerships with parents, ensuring clear and regular communication through the parent portal, reading diaries, meetings, and informal updates.
• Manage the behaviour and discipline of children in accordance with the school behaviour policy, modelling calm, respectful interactions at all times.
• Supervise and support the children during lunch and other non-teaching times as required
• Be alert to safeguarding concerns and follow the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Take responsibility for after-school activity clubs as agreed with the CCA coordinator.
• Undertake duties and responsibilities as specified in the staff handbook and any other reasonable tasks as directed by the Head Master.

Who we are looking for

• He or she will have a university degree and teaching qualification from a recognised academic institution.
• Minimally 5 - 8 years as a Classroom teacher with a British Curriculum School experience.
• Possesses Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from a reputable school.
• Proven track record of teaching in British Curriculum, with experience in an independent /international school is preferred.
• Passionate, enthusiastic, dedicated and loyal teachers who are ‘team-players

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• School holidays and public holidays
• Free parking on site (subject to availability)
• Professional Development

Applicants are required to submit their application through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Kindly copy-paste this link into a browser

https://cognitapeople.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1911?c=cognitapeople&source=MCF

SAFEGUARDING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Brighton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to rigorous background checks, the receipt of satisfactory references, the College’s pre-employment medical question, relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates. The College understands that a robust, fair and transparent recruitment and selection policy plays a central role in achieving this aim.

The College is committed to ensuring that the recruitment and selection of staff is conducted in a manner that is systematic, efficient and effective and promotes equality of opportunity.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third (3rd) parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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Period of Registration : 14 October 2023 to 13 October 2027