Junior School Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Part-Time

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

We are seeking to appoint an exemplary Class Teacher to cover maternity in our Junior School for an Academic Year. The successful candidate should preferably be able to start from August/September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire and nurture young learners while contributing to a supportive and dynamic school community.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a flair for excellence in teaching and learning, alongside a strong commitment to developing the whole child through high-quality pastoral care. You will play a key role in delivering an engaging and enriching curriculum, contributing to ongoing school and curriculum development, and participating fully in the extra-curricular life of the Junior School.

Our hardworking teachers are dedicated professionals who are willing to go above and beyond for their pupils. They thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with colleagues to share best practice and continually enhance the student experience.
The contract will be on local terms.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Manage an effective, orderly and safe learning environment.
• Plan and deliver a curriculum for the class according to the agreed termly plan, and in accordance with the agreed principles and practice of timetabling of the year group and the school, as laid down in the Staff Handbook; differentiate that delivery according to the abilities and learning strategies of individual students.

Planning & Development

• Contribute as a team member to the planning of the annual and termly curriculum for the year group according to the school’s published schemes of work in each subject.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of curricular and other initiatives according to the School’s Calendar.
• Contribute to the maintenance and development of the curriculum by being a member of a vertical curriculum team across Key Stages One and Two.
• Participate in the Review and Development process to personalise professional learning and maintain an accurate and up to date record of all Professional Development opportunities.
• Take part in relevant development activities to enhance ongoing professional skills, knowledge and understanding including professional reflection and evaluation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development, by using up to 1 hour of PPA time per term to peer observe colleagues and share good practice, providing HOY/HOLS with a written professional reflection.
• Support colleagues in developing their professional practice within class/unit.
• Support colleagues in the Review and Development and Performance Management processes with TLAs and STLAs in accordance with the agreed school procedures.

Assessment, Recording & Reporting

• Keep detailed records of plans, and of achievements of individual students; developing, in conjunction with the year group, standardised forms of assessment and record keeping.
• Report to parents in accordance with the school’s reporting policy as laid down in the Staff Handbook.

Communication & Liaison

• Follow the School’s policies and procedures with regard to discipline and behaviour, daily routines, duties, homework, leave of absence, and field study trips, as laid down in the Staff Handbook.
• Fulfill supervision role during lunches and break times.
• Participate in Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) across the school at a level agreed with the Head of Junior School.
• Embrace and lead on the school’s commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Be responsible for reporting any concerns about a child to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Tanglin Trust School believes that each employee makes a valuable and significant contribution to our success and that contributions should not be limited to the assigned responsibilities below. This job description is designed to outline primary responsibilities but not limit the employee, nor Tanglin Trust School, to only the duties identified. It is the expectation of the School that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organisation.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure certificate, or equivalent.