Head of Music (Early Years)

Students come first is the guiding philosophy at Dulwich College (Singapore). We therefore invite applications from educators who share our pioneering spirit and dedication to serve the needs of the 2,750 individuals, aged between 2 and 18, across our community. We want to develop a culture focused on wellbeing where staff and students benefit from the best quality learning possible, have agency in their work and studies, and collaborate to build a sustainable and equitable world. 

Regarded as one of the leading international schools in Singapore, the College is academically selective and provides a rigorous curriculum, complemented by a rich co-curricular programme. We build upon an enhanced version of the English National Curriculum, followed by IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. It is a genuinely international education. Our modern campus connects us to the greenery of Singapore and features technology-rich learning spaces, world-class performing arts facilities, swimming pools, sports pitches and gymnasia. 

DUCKS (Dulwich College Kindergartens)

DUCKS caters for 728 enthusiastic learners aged between 2 and 7. We use an enquiry approach based on the English National Curriculum to develop the depth of academic knowledge, as well as the life skills and mindset needed to prepare students for the best possible successes in the future. We want children to leave DUCKS as motivated, independent and collaborative learners. Everything we do is underpinned by a culture of safety and wellbeing for all members of the community. 

Our curriculum values a breadth of disciplines that is taught through a concept driven approach. For their musical education, DUCKS children take part in weekly choir sessions as well as class based music lessons taught by a team of two DUCKS music teachers.

The Role 

Head of Music (Early Years)  

DUCKS is seeking an outstanding Head of Music for an August 2022 start to lead our DUUCKS music programme.   Music is a central part of Dulwich College (Singapore) life. The DUCKS music department consists of the Head of DUCKS music and a DUCKS Music Teacher.   The DUCKS Head of Music works closely with their counterparts in Junior and Senior School as well as the College Director of Music to develop inquiry curriculum development across the College, coordinate whole College musical events, and manage the budget. 

The new DUCKS Head of Music will be an experienced or aspiring leader who can combine a proven track record of outstanding Early Years aged music teaching with significant musical experience beyond the classroom. In addition to being very proficient in choral, and as a pianist themselves, they will have the passion and ability to lead and inspire all DUCKS students and colleagues to grow music further. For example, the successful candidate will creatively seek opportunities for children to perform, irrespective of ability, build community and parental engagement further, and work with year group teaching teams to co-plan and deliver cultural performances embedded within the wider curriculum.  

As such we are seeking a highly committed team player with the drive, energy and passion to ensure that every child in DUCKS can thrive musically and creatively. The successful candidate will also contribute to the wider development of this forward-looking school, seeking opportunities to extend themselves and their colleagues. Applicants must be willing to lead by example and play a full part in the College’s pastoral care and extra-curricular programme.  

Dulwich College (Singapore) offers the highest quality of learning for all our students and our guiding philosophy is that students come first.  The Dulwich College International group is committed to drawing upon its position as a global family, with ‘one College, many campuses’ as its mission, enhancing the education of its students and providing its employees with enriching and rewarding careers. Successful applicants will need to be sympathetic with the ethos and values of Dulwich College.   

An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, with details made available to shortlisted candidates. The college will also support the post holder with their continued professional development, making this an excellent opportunity for those aspiring to further career progression in the future.  

Our Vision for Teachers

Dulwich College International (DCI) is a family of leading international schools in Asia. Across our schools, we are focused on nurturing every student to have the skills and motivation to thrive in life and make a positive difference in the world – that is, to Graduate Worldwise. To this end, we look to recruit the very best practitioners in international education who are passionate about unlocking the potential of our students, and who will continue to grow with us as Worldwise Teachers. 

Worldwise teachers:

• Put students first in all they do

• Display a positive attitude, adaptability and open-mindedness 

• Show professional initiative and perseverance

• Are truly collaborative and display highly developed communication skills

• Are committed to internationalism and equity

• Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship

Worldwise teachers believe in:

• The right of every student to be safe, supported and nurtured

• Evidence-based and innovative pedagogy

• Personalised and differentiated student learning

• Setting high expectations for every student

• Empowering students to reach their own goals

• High levels of student motivation and engagement

A Worldwise teacher’s practice: 

• Maximises every student’s opportunity learn

• Promotes student agency, reflection and a love of learning

• Delivers academic rigour and holistic learning

• Reveals the complex and inter-disciplinary nature of learning content

• Creates a supportive and dynamic learning environment

• Develops students’ higher-order thinking

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy or socio-economic status. We support family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational needs allow. Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.  All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.

CPE Registration Number: 201027137D. Period of Registration: 09 January 2020 to 08 January 2024