Brighton College (Singapore) - Teacher of English

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. The academic success of the Brighton College Family of Schools is due to excellent, innovative and well-planned teaching. Above all, therefore, we are looking for individuals who foster a passion for learning and who demonstrate an ability and genuine desire to develop pupils and staff to their fullest potential. The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teacher of English to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita
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About the role
Brighton College (Singapore) is seeking an inspirational Teacher of English to play a leading role in delivering a worldclass English curriculum across the Senior School from August 2026. This appointment provides a pivotal opportunity to shape, elevate and champion the College's English provision as Brighton College (Singapore) continues its evolution from a firstclass Prep School into one of the region's leading allthrough schools, offering education from PreNursery to Year 13.

What you will be doing

• Demonstrate the experience and ability to teach English Language and Literature across all relevant Key Stages (including IGCSE/GCSE and A-level).
• Take responsibility for the teaching, progress and attainment of timetabled pupils in English in Years 7 to 12 from August 2026, and for other senior year groups in the following years.
• Take responsibility for the teaching, progress and attainment of timetabled pupils in English Language Support (ELS) in Years 7 to 10.
• Work collaboratively on aspects of Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 curriculum planning and delivery.
• Work collaboratively on aspects of assessment, tracking and reporting for English.
• Promote excellence, creativity and innovation in all areas of the English curriculum.
• Promote a culture of reading through initiatives such as reading lists, book clubs, author visits, competitions and literary events.
• Act as an outstanding classroom practitioner, with the ability to lead by example.
• Devise and implement rigorous self-evaluation processes.
• Support pupils during key transition points, particularly Year 6-7 and Year 11-12, ensuring continuity in literacy and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate the experience and expertise needed to support pupils aspiring for Literature places at top universities, including Oxford and Cambridge and other world-class universities.
• Work closely with the Heads of EAL and AEN to develop pathways for pupils requiring additional support.
• Contribute to the highest standards of safeguarding and to the school's pastoral system, acting as a tutor for a Senior School year group.
• Contribute to the co-curricular life of the school.
• 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 English, with PGCE or equivalent.
• Expert knowledge or experience of successfully delivering Mathematics GCSEs/IGCSEs and A-levels (essential).
• Proven track record of Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 English teaching.
• Experience of teaching English Language Support (ELS) (preferred).
• International school experience (preferred).
• Exemplifies the Brighton College (Singapore) values of Curiosity, Confidence and Kindness.
• An international outlook and understanding of working in diverse environments.

SAFEGUARDING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Brighton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, / international Police checks, the receipt of satisfactory references, the College's pre-employment medical question, relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates. The College understands that a robust, fair and transparent recruitment and selection policy plays a central role in achieving this aim.

The College is committed to ensuring that the recruitment and selection of staff is conducted in a manner that is systematic, efficient and effective and promotes equality of opportunity.

The College reserves the right to appoint a candidate to the role in advance of any deadline date, in the event that a suitable candidate can be appointed.

Brighton College (Singapore) Pte Ltd

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