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
Tanglin Trust School wishes to appoint a part-time (0.4) Junior Specialist Music Teacher to work in a thriving and dynamic department. The successful candidate will be an energetic, inspirational and committed teacher who is able to deliver a stimulating curriculum, as well as play a full and active role in the extensive co-curricular programme.
Applicants must have at least 2 years’ teaching experience, hold a degree in Music, and be proficient on at least one instrument. The ability to play the piano to a good standard would be an advantage, as would a working knowledge of Music Software (Sibelius, Garageband).
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
- Manage an effective, orderly and safe learning environment.
- Contribute as a team member to the planning of the annual and termly curriculum for each year group.
- Plan and deliver a curriculum for the class according to the agreed termly plan, differentiating that delivery according to the abilities and learning strategies of individual students.
Planning & Development
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of the co-curricular programme and other initiatives, as appropriate.
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
- Liaise with relevant members of the Personalised Learning Team to ensure that all individual student needs are understood, planned for and met.
- Attend and contribute to meetings of a professional nature as and when required.
- Work with the Class Teacher in contributing to the strengthening of the parent-teacher partnership.
Pastoral & Co-Curriculum
- Follow the school’s policies and procedures with regard to discipline and behaviour, daily routines, duties, home learning, leave of absence, and visits, as laid down in the Staff Handbook.
- Lead and organise instrumential music ensembles and choir as required.
- Lead and organise music concerts and events, and support the work of the wider department.
- 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.
