Teacher of Psychology (and English)

BRIGHTON COLLEGE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international education provider in Singapore is looking for a dynamic Teacher of Psychology and English to join its Senior School community from August 2026. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality lessons, support students through A-level Psychology, and contribute to co-curricular programs. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's in Psychology and experience delivering the national curriculum. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment focused on staff development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional Development

School holidays

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Must have experience delivering Psychology A-level curriculum.
• International school experience preferred.
• Exemplifies curiosity, confidence, and kindness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Psychology and English lessons.
• Teach pupils preparing for A-level Psychology.
• Support academic guidance for Sixth-Form pupils.

Skills

Expert knowledge of Psychology A-level

Expert knowledge of English at Key Stage 3

Experience in diverse environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

About the School - Brighton College (Singapore)
Brighton College (Singapore) is an exciting place to work, and it is our staff who make our community a vibrant and stimulating environment.

Brighton College (Singapore) is committed to excellence through innovative and well‑planned teaching. We are looking for individuals who foster a passion for learning and demonstrate a genuine desire to develop pupils and staff to their fullest potential.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education, founded in 2004. We are a growing community of over 100 schools in 21 countries—Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East—serving more than 100,000 students.

Each of our schools is proudly unique, yet our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can thrive in a rapidly evolving world. We nurture individual strengths, support students academically, socially and emotionally, and share best practices across our global network.

About the Role

Brighton College (Singapore) is seeking an inspirational Teacher of Psychology (and English) to join our expanding Senior School community from August 2026. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of the school’s academic provision as it grows from a first‑class Prep School into one of the region’s leading all‑through schools, offering education from Pre‑Nursery to Year 13.

What you will be doing

• Deliver high‑quality Psychology and English lessons across the Senior School, ensuring pupils are engaged, challenged and supported to make excellent progress.
• Take responsibility for teaching, progress and attainment of timetabled pupils in Years 7 to 12 from August 2026, extending this responsibility to Year 13 as the school grows.
• Teach and support pupils preparing for A‑level Psychology (starting with the new Year 12 cohort in August 2026).
• Teach and support pupils in Key Stage 3 and 4 English.
• Provide academic guidance for Sixth‑Form pupils interested in pursuing Psychology or related degrees in the humanities and social sciences at leading universities.
• Contribute to a rich and varied co‑curricular programme, offering opportunities for pupils to extend learning through psychology clubs, essay and writing competitions, debating and enrichment projects.
• Support and help organise academic events, workshops and trips related to Psychology and wider humanities disciplines.
• Contribute to assessment, tracking and reporting of pupil progress in both subjects, ensuring accurate, constructive and timely feedback.
• Demonstrate the experience and ability to teach Psychology effectively at Key Stage 5, and English across Key Stages 3–4, adapting lessons to meet the needs of pupils of all abilities.
• Act as an outstanding classroom practitioner, modelling excellent teaching, intellectual curiosity, empathy and high expectations in both subjects.
• Promote excellence, critical thinking and a love of language, communication and human understanding in all areas of the Psychology and English curriculum.
• Work closely with the Head of Humanities, Head of English, and the Heads of EAL and AEN, to develop tailored pathways for pupils requiring additional support.
• Contribute to the school’s pastoral system and act as a tutor for a Senior School year group.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection.
• Undertake any other reasonable management requests in support of the school’s mission, vision and values.

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with PGCE or equivalent.
• Expert knowledge or experience of successfully delivering Psychology A‑level and English at Key Stage 3 (essential).
• Expert knowledge or experience of successfully delivering English at Key Stage 4 (preferred).
• International school experience (preferred).
• Exemplifies the Brighton College (Singapore) values of Curiosity, Confidence and Kindness.
• Has an international outlook and an understanding of working in diverse environments.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience.
• School holidays and public holidays.
• Free parking on site (subject to availability).
• Professional Development.

Applicants are required to submit their application through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Kindly copy‑paste this link into a web browser:
https://cognitapeople.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/1905?c=cognitapeople&sq=req1905&source=mycareersfuture

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Brighton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Any offer of employment will be subject to rigorous background checks, the receipt of satisfactory references, pre‑employment medical questionnaires, and relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates.

Brighton College promotes equality of opportunity and ensures that the recruitment and selection of staff is conducted in a systematic, efficient and effective manner.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

© Brighton College (Singapore) Pte Ltd

SSG Registration Number: 201904884D

Period of Registration: 14 October 2023 to 13 October 2027