Programme Executive - Student Care Centre (Ang Mo Kio)

APSN EDUCATION SERVICES LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in special education seeks dedicated individuals to support and engage special needs students. In this role, you will assist in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the academic, social, and personal development of children. Your contributions will help achieve enrollment and operational goals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you're passionate about making a difference and possess strong communication skills, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team focused on enhancing the lives of children with special needs.

Qualifications

• Min Diploma with 1-3 years of relevant experience in social services.
• Entry-level candidates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support special needs students and engage them during activities.
• Assist in maintaining the facility and ensuring safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with parents and staff on student learning issues.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Proactive attitude

Education

Diploma in community and social services

WSQ certification

First Aid certification (CPR & AED)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the activities of special needs students and/or children in the Centre.
• Support and supervise the students' activities in the Centre and engage them actively during the SCC operating hours.
• Assist in upkeeping and maintaining the SCC facility.
• Support and work with the Centre Supervisor for the smooth operations of the Centre.
• Assist the Supervisor and management in meeting the student enrolment targets and profit goals.
• Support and help the children in their SPED academic, social, personal hygiene, music, art, and motor skills to promote the students’ physical, mental, and social development.
• Conduct weekly inspections of the premises and ensure compliance with existing APSN/regulatory (MSF) requirements.
• Assist and recommend instructional materials and teaching aids needed to facilitate the teaching of our students.
• Ensure that food is administered to the students in accordance with proper food handling and hygiene practices as per HACCP requirements.
• Work with the Centre Supervisor to ensure the safety and well-being of each individual child.
• Observe children to detect signs of ill health or emotional disturbance and to evaluate progress.
• Maintain an appropriate atmosphere of safety, learning, and fun.
• Assist the Centre Supervisor with student enrolment, expenses, manpower, operations, etc.
• Engage the children under the Centre's care and perform classroom-teaching duties in accordance with the curriculum developed by APSN.
• Work with the Centre Supervisor and report to school leaders on SCC matters, according to the requirements of the Ministry of Education.
• Collaborate with parents/teaching staff regarding student behavioral or learning problems, and recommend methods of modifying inappropriate behavior and encouraging learning experiences.

Requirements

• Min Diploma with 1-3 years of relevant working experience in the social service sector. Entry-level candidates are welcome to apply.
• Preferably candidates with a Diploma in community and social services (or any other equivalent or higher certification).
• Applicants with WSQ certification are at an added advantage (WSQ Introductory Student Care Centre).
• Certification in First Aid (CPR & AED) and WSQ Basic Food Hygiene is also an added advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• An innovative team player who is dynamic, self-motivated, proactive, and mature.