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

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the Role

Brighton College (Singapore) is seeking an inspirational Teacher of English to play a leading role in delivering a world‑class 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 first‑class Prep School into one of the region’s leading all‑through schools, offering education from Pre‑Nursery 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 Mandarin with PGCE or equivalent.
• The successful candidate for this challenging and rewarding position will have at least two years’ teaching Mandarin as First language, Mandarin as a second language and Mandarin as a foreign language with international schools.
• The successful candidate will have the ability to teach spoken and written Chinese to children of all nationalities, ranging from beginners to native speakers.
• IGCSE teaching experience is essential. A-Level teaching experience is preferred.
• Whole-school teaching experience is highly valued and preferred for candidates.
• 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.

Benefits at Cognita: Brighton College (Singapore)

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• School holidays and public holidays
• Free parking on site (subject to availability)
• Professional Development

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 rigorous background 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.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third (3rd) parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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