The Talent People Pte. Ltd. is recruiting a Discipline Support Officer (DSO) for a reputable secondary school on the East Coast. This role supports the school's Student Management team in strengthening discipline structures, student supervision, and restorative practices.
Working Hours
- Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am-3:00pm
- School days only
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct preliminary investigations and fact-finding interviews for discipline incidents compile evidence and prepare structured incident reports
- Supervise daily detention sessions, after-school Community Work Order (CWO) programmes, and maintain accurate attendance and behavioural records
- Support in-house suspension processes - structured environment setup, learning continuity, and student re-entry activities
- Serve as a visible adult presence in high-movement areas (recess, lunch, lesson transitions, dismissal)
- Conduct systematic patrol duties in-school and at adjacent public areas (e.g. nearby MRT vicinity)
- Support student reflection, peer reconciliation, and restitution activities in line with the school's restorative discipline approach
- Collaborate closely with Year Heads, HOD Student Management, and classroom teachers
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of uniformed service background (Singapore Police Force, Singapore Prison Service, or equivalent) - MANDATORY
- Demonstrated experience working with at-risk youth in educational, community, or correctional settings
- Strong conflict management and de-escalation skills
- Excellent documentation and incident-reporting ability
- Firm, empathetic, and respectful engagement style with students
- Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment in sensitive situations
- Commitment to restorative discipline and student growth
Preferred
- Prior deployment in a school-based discipline or student management role
- Familiarity with MOE school culture and protocols
To Apply
Submit your CV and a brief account of your experience with youth-related case work or behavioural support. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This vacancy is subject to contract award by the school.
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