Head of Geography

Dulwich College International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Dulwich College (Singapore) seeks an exceptional Head of Geography for August 2027 to lead a highly successful department within a premier international school.

The successful candidate will combine strong subject knowledge with proven leadership skills and a passion for delivering outstanding learning experiences, contributing to the College’s pastoral life and shaping the strategic direction of the department.

Job description

Singapore | Dulwich College (Singapore) | Teaching

Dulwich College (Singapore) seeks to appoint an exceptionalHead of Geography for August 2027 to lead a highlysuccessful department within one of Asia's leading internationalschools.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking educatorwho can inspire students through a love of Geography, fosterintellectual curiosity about the world, and lead a team committedto academic excellence. The successful candidate will combinestrong subject knowledge with proven leadership skills and apassion for delivering outstanding learning experiences. They willplay a significant role in shaping the strategic direction of thedepartment while contributing fully to the vibrant co-curricularand pastoral life of the College.

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

Successful applicants will embrace the Dulwich College(Singapore) ethos and play an active role in fostering a communitywhere students and staff strive to be Determined, Courageous,Skillful and Gracious every day.

Safeguarding

Our College is committed to safeguarding and promoting thewelfare of children and young people in our care. We follow saferecruitment practices and appointments are subject to vettingincluding reference checks, social media checks, and identity andcriminal record checks.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is a globally renowned internationalschool educating more than 2,900 students from Toddlers (age 2) toYear 13 (age 18). The College was founded in 2014 on the ethos andvalues of the British independent schooling system and was theseventh College to join the Dulwich family of schools. It has a global outlook and contemporary approach that mirrors Singapore’scosmopolitan nature and reflects the diverse backgrounds of the 50nationalities that make up its student body.

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

Regarded as one of the leading international schools inSingapore, the College is academically selective and provides arigorous curriculum, complemented by a rich co-curricularprogramme. Offering a genuinely international education, we buildupon an enhanced version of the English National Curriculum,followed by IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programm. Our facilities areoutstanding, including expansive learning spaces like thestate-of-the-art net-zero building, TheGreenhouse , 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 programmefor 1,400 students aged 11 and 18, spanning Lower, Middle, andUpper Senior School. Our relational approach fosters a positivelearning culture that permeates the entire community.

Building upon the strong foundation laid in Junior School, Years7 and 8 (Lower Senior School) provide a dynamic environment wherestudents explore all areas of learning, developing breadth andcuriosity. In Middle Senior School (Years 9-11), students focus onIGCSE courses, acquiring the skills and approaches to learningneeded for success in their final school years. Years 12 and 13(Upper Senior School) are where students tailor their academic pathto their strengths, choosing between the IB Diploma Programme, theIB Careers-related Programme, or a combination of IB courses,ensuring a personalised journey that equips them for life beyondschool.

Our Vision for Teachers

• Put students first in all they do
• Display a positive attitude, adaptability andopen-mindedness
• Show professional initiative and perseverance
• Are truly collaborative and display highly developedcommunication skills
• Are committed to internationalism and equity
• Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship
• The right of every student to be safe, supported andnurtured
• 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 oflearning
• Delivers academic rigour and holistic learning
• Reveals the complex and inter-disciplinary nature oflearning content
• Creates a supportive and dynamic learning environment
• Develops students’ higher-order thinking

Equality Statement

We welcome and encourage applications from people of allbackgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation,pregnancy or socio-economic status. Staff recruited locally aresubject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to localemployment law.

Safeguarding Statement

Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expectsall applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitmentpractices which are aligned to the recommendations of theInternational Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves toa high standard of effective recruiting practices with specificattention to child protection. All appointments are subject to aninterview, identity checks, criminal record checks, social mediachecks, and successful references. You can find information aboutSafeguarding at our College, including the Student SafeguardingPolicy, at our website: https://singapore.dulwich.org/our-college/safeguarding

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

Why you'll love working with us

• Professional learning and collaboration are always just a conversation away
• A supportive, welcoming community that values every voice
• A culture where curiosity and a love of learning thrive every day
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on your students and on the planet
• Access to world-class facilities designed to help you do your best work