Brighton College

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 Psychology (and 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 Psychology (and English) to join our expanding Senior School community from August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of the school's academic provision as Brighton College (Singapore) grows 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:

• Deliver high-quality Psychology and English lessons across the Senior School, ensuring all pupils are engaged, challenged and supported to make excellent progress.
• Take responsibility for the teaching, progress and attainment of timetabled pupils in Years 7 to 12 from August 2026, extending this responsibility to Year 13 as the school grows.
• Teach and support pupils preparing for A-level Psychology (starting with the new Year 12 cohort in August 2026).
• Teach and support pupils in Key Stage 3 and 4 English.
• Provide academic guidance for Sixth Form pupils interested in pursuing Psychology, or related degrees in the humanities and social sciences, at leading universities.
• Contribute to a rich and varied co-curricular programme, offering opportunities for pupils to extend their learning through activities such as psychology clubs, essay and writing competitions, debating and enrichment projects.
• Support and help organise academic events, workshops and trips related to Psychology and wider humanities disciplines.
• Contribute to the assessment, tracking and reporting of pupil progress in both subjects, ensuring accurate, constructive and timely feedback is provided.
• Demonstrate the experience and ability to teach Psychology effectively at Key Stage 5, and English across Key Stages 3–4, adapting lessons to meet the needs of pupils of all abilities.
• Act as an outstanding classroom practitioner, modelling excellent teaching, intellectual curiosity, empathy and high expectations in both subjects.
• Promote excellence, critical thinking and a love of language, communication and human understanding in all areas of the Psychology and English curriculum.
• Work closely with the Head of Humanities, Head of English, and the Heads of EAL and AEN, to develop tailored pathways for pupils requiring additional support.
• Contribute to the school's pastoral system and act as a tutor for a Senior School year group.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection.
• 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 Psychology, with PGCE or equivalent.
• Expert knowledge or experience of successfully delivering Psychology A-level and English at Key Stage 3 (essential).
• Expert knowledge or experience of successfully delivering English at Key Stage 4 (preferred).
• 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:

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

How to Apply:

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 7 December 2025

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

We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.

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