Secondary Supply Teacher

DOVER COURT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (PTE.) LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Court International School in Singapore is seeking an educator committed to safeguarding and inclusive teaching. You will support health, safety and safeguarding policies, maintain accurate registers, and deliver engaging lessons that meet diverse student needs.

The role requires collaboration with leadership to promote student well‑being and achievement. Applicants with a teaching degree and familiarity with IGCSE/IBDP curricula will be well suited to contribute to a global,

Qualifications

• Teaching degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of effective teaching and learning to meet diverse student needs.
• Proficient use of IT and willingness to learn school systems.
• International experience and global perspective aligned to mission.
• Familiarity with IGCSE and IBDP curricula is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Fully support Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies, raise concerns and follow reporting lines.
• Promote the school’s mission and inclusive community values.
• Carry out duty supervision as required.
• Be punctual, professional and demonstrate personal responsibility.
• Account for students with accurate registers and ensure safe, productive learning environments.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership to support student well‑being and achievement.

Skills

Teaching degree

Inclusion and diversity

IT literacy

Global perspective

IGCSE/IBDP familiarity

Education

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Role and Responsibilities:

• Fully support the school’s Health and Safety policies and follow all procedures.
• Adhere to all Safeguarding policies, raising concerns and following reporting lines.
• Uphold and promote the Dover Court International School Mission and Values, fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive community where every individual is valued.
• Carry out duty supervision as required.
• Be punctual and professional, demonstrating personal responsibility at all times.

Learning and Teaching:

• Ensure that all students are accounted for through accurate register taking.
• Ensure that plans and resources prepared are delivered and that the learning environment is both safe and productive and, where appropriate to subject specialism, plan and deliver lessons.
• Ensure in our diverse learning community that the needs of all learners are met and that plans are followed as explained.
• Successfully manage classroom behaviour in accordance with the school’s Behaviour Policy, fostering an environment of mutual respect and positive relationships.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students by acting as a role model, ensuring students are empowered to reach their full potential and contribute to the school community.
• Collaborate with Heads of Faculty and the Secondary Leadership Team and colleagues to contribute to the smooth operation of the school day, with a strong commitment to student well‑being and student achievement.

Planning and Preparation:

• Actively supervise and monitor learning, providing feedback as required and appropriate.
• Ensure assessments are conducted appropriately

Personal Specifications – Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Teaching Degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of effective teaching and learning and the ability to meet the individual needs of all students, promoting inclusion and diversity in the classroom.
• Effective use of IT and a willingness and ability to learn systems in use.
• International experience preferred, with a global perspective aligned to the school’s mission of preparing students to be active participants in a globally connected community.
• Desired: Familiarity with the IGCSE and IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) curricula, understanding their academic structure and focus on inquiry-based learning, academic rigor, and holistic development.

Personal Attributes:

• High levels of personal integrity, aligned with the school’s mission to act with integrity and promote core values as a guide for action.
• Conscientious, with a strong focus on achieving excellence in learning and completing work to a consistently high standard.
• A flexible, positive approach to work, with the ability to embrace change and new experiences, showing initiative.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with great attention to detail.
• Adaptable and able to work effectively in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
• Proactive, with a willingness to take on multiple tasks and contribute where needed.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A team player, eager to support colleagues and demonstrate flexibility.
• A commitment to continual improvement, seeking opportunities for growth and development.

Essential:

• Compliance with visa requirements for working in Singapore
• Must hold a current Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure or equivalent for countries lived in outside of the UK.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils, with a willingness to undertake appropriate child protection training as required.

Safeguarding

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years. The school will help to assist in obtaining this check.