BRIGHTON COLLEGE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. Hiring! Full Time Head of Art in North-east Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 7,000 - Ricebowl

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 Head of Art 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 Head of Art to join our expanding school community from August 2026. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead and shape the artistic vision of the Senior School as Brighton College (Singapore) develops 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:

• Take responsibility for the teaching, progress and attainment of all pupils in Senior School.
• Lead on all aspects of curriculum planning and delivery.
• Promote excellence, creativity and innovation in all areas of the Art curriculum.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development.
• Lead on assessment, tracking and reporting for Art.
• Teach across all relevant Key Stages, including IGCSE/GCSE and A-level.
• Act as an outstanding classroom practitioner, modelling best practice and high expectations.
• Devise and oversee the department’s extension and enrichment programme.
• Support pupils in applications to leading universities.
• Work with the Heads of EAL and AEN.
• Support transition from Year 6 to Year 7.
• Develop curriculum and documentation.
• Contribute to safeguarding and pastoral systems.
• Act as tutor if required.
• Contribute to co-curricular life.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous professional development.
• 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 Art with PGCE or equivalent.
• Expert knowledge or experience of successfully delivering GCSEs/IGCSEs and A-levels.
• Proven track record of middle leadership (preferred).
• Able to support Design & Technology (preferred).
• International school experience (preferred).
• Superb writing and speaking abilities.
• 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

Applicants are required to submit their application through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Kindly copy-paste this link into a browser:

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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.

Brighton College (Singapore) Pte Ltd

SSGRegistration Number: 201904884D

Period of Registration : 14 October 2023 to 13 October 2027