Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Teaching - Learning Assistant (Junior School) di Tanglin Trust School - Maukerja

Tanglin Mission

Tanglin Trust School Singapore has a long tradition of providing British-based learning with an international perspective. At Tanglin we strive to make every individual feel valued, happy and successful. Responsibility, enthusiasm and participation are actively encouraged and integrity is prized. Working together in a safe, caring yet stimulating environment, we set high expectations whilst offering strong support, resulting in a community of lifelong learners who can contribute with confidence to our world.

Our Vision

We aspire to be the best school in the world with a dynamic learning community which nurtures and inspires every individual to be the best they can be. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Purpose are at the heart of everything we do across the school.

The Role

The appointee is engaged:

• to support the teacher or unit in the teaching process in order to attain educational excellence.
• to demonstrate a positive attitude towards the teaching process.
• to communicate, liaise and develop sound relationships with child, teacher, parent and colleagues thus enhancing the teaching and learning process.

The role reports to the Head of Junior School through Class Teacher and Head of Year.

Key Responsibilities

1. Care of Students

• Assist the teacher in the care of the child.
• Be proficient in developing a rapport with the child.
• Display a positive attitude in encouraging the child to become independent.
• Supervision of children referring to the school’s code of conduct for behaviour and discipline.
• Play and work observations and feedback to the teacher on the child, as necessary.
• Support individual students with additional learning, social, emotional or behavioural needs under the guidance of the teacher and relevant specialists.

2. Curriculum

• Assist the teacher in the delivery of the taught curriculum, especially Numeracy and Literacy.
• Carry out planned curriculum tasks with the individual or group under teacher instruction.
• Be aware of forward planning and events in the curriculum, contributing ideas as necessary.
• Supervise children in planned activities under teacher instruction.
• Supervise planned work in teacher’s absence.
• Listen to children read, using the appropriate skills.
• Assess individual student’s sight words/ HFW spellings-monitor progress and set new words.

3. Classroom Organisation

• Follow through on the teacher’s/class daily routine.
• Anticipate the organisational needs of the class and act upon them.
• Ensure the correct supply of stationery materials.
• Assist in the collection of proformas and monies to/from parents.
• Collect and distribute letters to/from parents.
• Organise resources for the class.
• Maintain educational equipment used by the class/unit, including care and hygiene; and
• Register responsibilities.

4. Artwork

• Be proficient in the preparation and dismantling of displays in the unit e.g. letters, borders, mounts; and
• Prepare art materials for class/unit activity.

5. Administration

• Be aware and demonstrate proficiency in the administrative procedures of the year group.
• Assist with stock inventory.
• Devise and complete checklists for tasks as required.
• Check and follow up on routine administration; and
• Daily scanning of reading books and library books ‘in and out’.

6. Communication

• Develop the ability to communicate clearly with children.
• Be able to develop the child’s communication, using the appropriate skills and questions.
• Encourage a child’s development through Art.
• Give regular feedback to the teacher on class activity or behaviour.
• Inform teacher of communication/letters from other departments.
• Communicate confidently with teachers and their assistants across all key stages.
• Communicate regularly with teacher and Teacher Assistant Liaison.
• Ensure that letters to parents are distributed.
• Develop confidence in dealing with parents, referring to the teacher as required; and
• Dealing with queries from other areas, informing the teacher as required.

7. Information Technology

• Gain knowledge of and proficiency in the ICT programs used by the class/unit.
• Assist the teacher in supervision of ICT activity; and
• Use the computer programs available to assist with displays or classroom administration.

8. General

• Demonstrate a positive and caring attitude towards the child.
• Work in areas of the school in other job-related tasks as circumstances require.
• Maintain a standard of personal image in keeping with the classroom role; and
• On an annual basis, complete the Review and Development exercise and undertake identified development opportunities.
• Provide support to other year groups or classes across the Junior School when required, according to operational need and under the direction of the Head of Junior School or delegated staff.
• Adhere to all school health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring a safe learning environment for students.
• Be responsible for reporting any concerns about a child to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Embrace the School’s commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.

Personal Attributes

• Have a positive attitude towards staff, students and the Tanglin Community.
• Good interpersonal, communication and people skills.
• Flexible, approachable, with a pleasant disposition.
• Good command of written and spoken English Language.
• Able to work independently as well as being a positive and supportive team member.
• Have a disciplined approach to attendance and punctuality

Closing Date

Closing date for applications is Monday, 22 June 2026. (Only shortlisted candidates will be notified).

You can contact the HR department at ************* for any enquiries regarding the role.

Safeguarding / Child Protection Compliance

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will conduct thorough background checks on all successful applicants.

About Tanglin Trust School

Tanglin Trust School is an equal opportunities employer committed to the ongoing professional development of all our employees. We are looking for people who can bring new perspectives, life experiences and skills that will enrich our community and the learning of our students, both inside and outside the classroom. If you share our vision and are keen to embrace the challenges and rewards of life in an established international school in Singapore, we would love to hear from you.