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
The appointee is engaged:
- to support Head of Art & Design and primary teachers in aspects of art curriculum aesthetics, helping them to attain educational excellence.
- to demonstrate a positive attitude at all times towards the teaching process.
- to communicate, liaise and develop sound relationships with students, parents and colleagues both Teaching and Non-Teaching.
- to lead the Teaching & Learning Assistants in the year group aesthetics.
The role reports to Head of Art & Design (Junior School).
This is a temporary role for 6 months.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leading Responsibility
- To lead and coordinate the Teaching & Learning Assistants (TLAs)and work with the Heads of Year in the year group aesthetics;
- To provide CPD for TLAs in quality aesthetics;
- To provide and maintain aesthetic and technical support across the Junior school;
- To assist with the installation and aesthetics for Junior musical performances;
- To assist in the aesthetic set-up for Junior school special days, festivals and celebrations;
- To assist in the aesthetic set up of internal areas (e.g. Admin Offices) and high profile external displays in the Junior School;
- To attend meetings in liaison with Head of Art in planning aesthetic elements of Junior school environment;
- Research and purchase of materials for aesthetic elements of school display;
- To establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and outside agencies;
- To assist the Head of Department in the ordering, purchase, delivery and storage of materials; and
- To work closely with Head of Department to monitor local and overseas orders.
2. General Classroom Organisation
- If necessary, organise and provide resources and materials as necessary for art lessons;
- Ensure the correct supplies of art resources are ordered.
- To monitor and maintain the safe and efficient use of the premises, specialist equipment, tools and materials.
3. Administration and Co-Ordination
- To help to develop and organise the administrative procedures of the department.
4. Communications
- Communicate clearly with students and develop a working rapport;
- Communicate confidently with teachers and their assistants;
- Be the first point of contact for telephone calls and queries from other areas of the school, informing the teaching staff as required;
- Contribute to departmental team meetings if appropriate; and
5. Information Technology
- Have an up-to-date knowledge of software that can be used to display art and photos
- Use the existing ICT programs & software available to enhance displays, exhibitions or administration
6. Specialist Knowledge
According to the qualifications, experience and interestof the individual post holder, be able to contribute to some of the following specialist activities:
- Photography
- Photography artwork, display, art projects for the purpose of design work
- Staff and pupil photographs for Junior School for the purpose of display
7. GENERAL
- Work in other areas of the School on other job related tasks as circumstances require
- Maintain a standard of personal image in keeping with the requirements of the school
- Be responsible for reporting any concerns about a child to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Personal Attributes
- Be able to engage, enthuse and inspire others.
- Have high levels of personal integrity.
- Proven ability to use initiative, assume responsibility for tasks and projects and to resolve problems.
- Enjoy personal challenges and can give support to others.
- Be able to manage your own wellbeing and support others with theirs.
- Believe positivity is as important as performance in the workplace and amongst the community.
- Enjoy connecting with all members of our community.
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.
