Junior School Class Teacher (KS2)

NORTH LONDON COLLEGIATE SCHOOL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Singapore is seeking an enthusiastic Key Stage 2 Teacher to inspire a love of learning in students. The role involves teaching a diverse class, communicating effectively with parents, and planning engaging lessons. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the English National Curriculum and a commitment to academic excellence while fostering students' curiosity and independence. The position starts in August 2026, with responsibilities extending to co-curricular activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching primary education and a commitment to academic excellence.
• Ability to engage students through creative and rigorous teaching methods.
• Understanding of the developmental needs of children and the importance of curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Teach a class of students across various subjects.
• Communicate openly with parents about their child's progress.
• Plan lessons that are inspiring and challenging.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong understanding of the English National Curriculum

Effective communication with parents

Classroom management

Creativity in lesson planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Teaching certification

Job description

NLCS (Singapore) is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and innovative Key Stage 2 Teacher to join the Junior School from August 2026. The successful candidate will inspire a love of learning through creative, rigorous, and engaging classroom practice, enabling each child to reach their full potential.

The postholder will have a strong understanding of the English National Curriculum and a commitment to academic excellence, while also valuing the development of curiosity, independence, and confidence in every learner.

All members of staff at NLCS (Singapore) are expected to contribute fully to the co-curricular and pastoral life of the school.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To be responsible for, and teach, a class of students in a variety of subject areas
• To make contact with a new student family prior to them joining the school thus beginning the school/home relationship that will form the foundation of student care and teacher/parent communication
• To actively communicate with parents about every child's pastoral and academic journey in an open, honest and regular manner
• Enable parents to feel that we have the individual needs of their child at the heart of what we do; the spirit of communication with home should be personal and individual
• Completing weekly planning of lessons that are inspiring and challenging, and emphasise content as well as concepts and skills, including preparation of resources
• Daily liaison with other staff such as Teaching Assistants, Assistant Teachers, EAL teachers and/or Junior School coordinators
• Setting regular assessments with an awareness of each student’s capabilities and recording attainments
• Reporting and providing regular feedback on student’s progress to senior staff and parents at designated times in the term and year
• Showing commitment to and embracing the NLCS ethos through understanding and living the core values of the school as stated through the aims of the school, both inside and outside the classroom
• Maintaining good order and discipline amongst students and following, promoting and adhering to the rewards and sanctions policy and all other aspects of the school's behaviour policy
• Participating in meetings which relate to the school's management, curriculum, administration or organisation
• Ensuring that displays, both inside and in the immediate area outside the classroom, are vibrant, colourful and can be used at the relevant times interactively
• Participating in the performance management system for the appraisal of their own performance or that of other teachers.
• Undertaking pastoral duties and support students on an individual basis through academic or personal difficulties
• Participating in and organising extracurricular activities, such as outings and sporting events (e.g. Sports Day)
• Participating in regular in-service training (INSET) opportunities as part of continuing professional development (CPD)

Safeguarding

Abiding by the school safeguarding policy and keep abreast of any changes.