Teacher of Lifeskills (part-time)

TANGLIN TRUST SCHOOL LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international school in Singapore is seeking an experienced teacher for the PSHCE/Lifeskills department. The role involves delivering an engaging curriculum, planning educational strategies, and fostering students' independent learning and resilience. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in teaching and curriculum development. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a well-established program and work in a vibrant educational community.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified and suitably experienced teacher.
• Ability to deliver PSHCE/Lifeskills curriculum effectively.
• Experience in planning and developing educational strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the PSHCE/Lifeskills curriculum to students.
• Plan and develop schemes of work for Years 7 to 11.
• Contribute to co-curricular activities and pastoral care.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Ability to inspire students

Adaptability

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Tanglin Mission

Tanglin Trust School Singapore has a long tradition of providing British-based learning with an international perspective. At Tanglin we strive to make every individual feel valued, happy and successful. Responsibility, enthusiasm and participation are actively encouraged and integrity is prized. Working together in a safe, caring yet stimulating environment, we set high expectations whilst offering strong support, resulting in a community of lifelong learners who can contribute with confidence to our world.

Our Vision

We aspire to be the best school in the world with a dynamic learning community which nurtures and inspires every individual to be the best they can be. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Purpose are at the heart of everything we do across the school.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity for a well-qualified and suitably experienced teacher to join our PSHCE/Lifeskills department. The subject is delivered through timetabled lessons throughout Year 7-11 by a core team of teachers committed to its success. You will be expected to build upon significant progress that has already been made in promoting and developing this important area of our curriculum and contribute to the development of the strategic plan and vision for the PSHCE/Lifeskills programme in the Senior School.

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching & Learning

• Delivering the curriculum to assigned classes in accordance with the School’s timetable.
• Teaching responsively according to the abilities and learning needs of individual students.
• Supporting the nurturing of attributes of the Tanglin Learner Profile with its emphasis on ‘risk‑taking’, ‘independence’ and ‘resilience’ as key features of student development.
• Promoting independent learning and study habits by adopting teaching and learning strategies which develop the competence and confidence of every pupil.
• Delivering lessons that inspire and enthuse students to love and enjoy PSHCE/Lifeskills.

2. Planning & Development

• Working with the members of the department to review and develop schemes of work for Years 7 to 11 as appropriate.
• Planning, jointly with other teachers where appropriate, the long, medium and short‑term curriculum for each class taught according to those schemes of work.
• Contributing to the planning and implementation of curricular, cross‑curricular and other initiatives according to the school’s calendar.
• Supporting a school culture of innovation that includes integration of technology and the ongoing development of the ‘digital citizen.’
• Keeping abreast of current developments in PSHCE and Lifeskills education and to assist the Head of Department in adapting curriculum content and pedagogy as appropriate.
• Assisting the Head of Department in identifying areas for professional development within the PSHCE and Lifeskills department.
• Working on tasks as reasonably directed by the Head of Department for the fair distribution of work amongst the department.

3. Pastoral Care and Co‑Curricular Responsibilities

• Performing the role of form tutor as required and fulfilling the responsibilities of that position.
• Contributing to co‑curricular activities that broaden pupils’ experiences and contribute to the general life of the school.
• Following the school’s policies and procedures with regard to discipline and behaviour, daily routines, duties, homework, leave of absence, and visits, as laid down in the staff handbook.
• Taking part enthusiastically in whole school and senior school themed days.
• Be responsible for reporting any concerns about a child to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

4. Communication and Liaison

• Promoting the study of PSHCE and Lifeskills amongst students and parents.
• Attending and contributing to meetings of a professional nature with HOD, Head of Year, Senior School Leadership Team and in other circumstances when requested.
• Maintaining appropriate links with teaching colleagues in all sections of the school and fostering cross‑curricular links where appropriate.
• Liaising with members of the learning support team with regard to individual students who may have particular needs, to ensure that those needs are understood, planned for and met.
• Liaising with pastoral staff, including form tutors, HOYs, the Assistant Head of School and the Head of Careers on matters pertaining to the study of PSHCE and Lifeskills.
• Contributing to the strengthening of the parent‑teacher partnership in individual and whole school initiatives as and when required.