Deputy Head of Primary School
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Dover Court International School
Singapore
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2023
- Apply by:
- 2 June 2023
Job overview
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are in the unique position of seeking an interim Deputy Head of Primary on a 1-year contract starting from August 2023, with the possibility to apply for the permanent role in Term 1. The right candidate will take responsibility for working with our EYFS and KS1 team. An understanding and experience of Safeguarding systems and practices would also be an advantage.
Our Primary School at Dover Court is a large, 1200 student inclusive community of learners from diverse backgrounds, cultures and nationalities enjoying exceptionally harmonious and productive relationships. As Deputy Head of Primary, you will support the Primary Leadership Team in developing teaching and learning, supporting our continuous improvement, and ensuring the smooth running of the Primary School.
You will, work with and through the Heads of Year to develop learning, teaching and the curriculum. Ensuring we are delivering our vision for high quality teaching and learning. You will also liaise closely with our wonderful community to support us in working in partnership with families.
The role requires an outstanding leader, who ensures high standards of achievement for all students through the development of learning, teaching and the curriculum, to collaborate and work with the DCIS Senior Leadership Team (whole school) to develop and promote the school’s vision and mission and to ensure exceptional care for students and professional development for all teaching staff.
Application deadline: Due to the tight timescales of this appointment, we encourage applicants to submit their application as soon as possible as shortlisting will commence mid-May.
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About Dover Court International School
Established in 1972, Dover Court International School in Singapore is a leading inclusive international school with British heritage, serving international families, set on a green 12-acre site about 20 minutes from the Singapore CBD. Dover Court International School is a community with inclusion at its heart. With close to 2000 students aged 3 to 18, our unique Pathway programme enables us to provide an education that meets the needs of a diverse student population, ensuring all learners are appropriately supported and challenged in their learning. This is reflected in our excellent outcomes for all learners.
Our unique approach enables us to prepare all students to flourish in our dynamic world, so they are active participants in a globally connected community, now and throughout life. This was recently recognized as Dover Court International School was chosen for the ‘UK Impact in Singapore’ 2022 award by the British Chamber of Commerce.
In our Early Years we use a Reggio Emilia inspired approach. In Primary we are guided by the National Curriculum for England and the International Primary Curriculum. In Secondary we have IGCSE/GCSE, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and International BTEC qualifications. We also offer courses that focus on English, mathematics, life skills and employability through ASDAN programmes.
All students are involved in a wide range of co-curricular activities, mainly run by teaching staff. Resulting in a rich and varied co-curricular offer for our students, with our school active and competitive in the local international school sports league across a number of sports. The school has an extensive programme of residential trips starting in Year 3 up to the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award in Secondary.
We are also members of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA) and are accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Dover Court is a strong, vibrant community, where all staff are well supported with access to a range of professional learning opportunities and a commitment to professional reflection and growth.
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