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At Singapore Sports School, we foster a growth mindset culture to inspire our staff to engage in continuous learning and personal growth. This empowers them to make an impact in the lives of our student-athletes, transforming them into motivated and curious learners and skilled athletes who are future-ready and responsible individuals.
If you are passionate about contributing to the development of the next generation of aspiring national athletes, we invite you to join us in nurturing Learned Champions with Character: champions in Sport, for Sports, and in Life.
If you are passionate about contributing to the development of the next generation of aspiring national athletes, we invite you to join us in nurturing Learned Champions with Character: champions in Sport, for Sports, and in Life.
To apply, you should forward a detailed CV with a recent photograph, stating your academic/professional qualifications, working experience and current and expected salaries to sshr@sportsschool.edu.sg. Please indicate the job title on the subject heading of your email. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Career opportunities for non-teaching positions can also be found on Jobstreet.com and MyCareersFuture.
Academic Positions
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY
If you love transforming
student-athletes into highly motivated and curious learners who are
future-ready and responsible student-athletes to make an impact on the lives of
people around them locally and globally, then we want you!
Guided by Assistant Principal, you shall collaborate with school’s Key Personnel team to lead the integration of digital tools, software, and online platforms to support curriculum delivery, student-athletes engagement, and administrative processes. Additionally, partner with the School Staff Developer (SSD) to implement the professional development plan and ensure effective use of educational technology resources.
Together with the team, you will be responsible to enact an approach that will enable a digitally-transformed learning environment that will prepare student-athletes for a digitally-transformed world. This includes:
Requirements
Together with the team, you will be responsible to enact an approach that will enable a digitally-transformed learning environment that will prepare student-athletes for a digitally-transformed world. This includes:
- Leveraging digital tools such as AI-enabled education technology to support customisation of student-athletes' learning and enhance feedback to their learning;
- Strengthening development of student-athletes’ digital literacy and technological skills;
- Harnessing technology to enhance student-athletes’ 21CC development and enabling them to translate cyber wellness knowledge into habits and actions; and
- Strengthening school’s culture of collaboration and staff EdTech practices
Requirements
- Professional teaching qualification, such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education (Singapore), or other similar qualifications
- At least 5 years of teaching and leadership experience in secondary school or pre-university institutions
- Current and experienced key personnel in schools is preferred. Applicants who are currently holding the position of HOD EdTech or SSD will be an advantage
- Strong understanding of pedagogy and instructional design principles and proficiency in educational technology tools and platforms
- Commitment to staying updated on emerging trends and best practices in educational technology
TEACHER, ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
If you love transforming student-athletes into highly motivated and curious learners who are critical thinkers, passionate to make an impact on the lives of people around them locally and globally, with strong values yet open-minded and reflective, then, we want you!
You will be responsible for the teaching, learning and mentoring of our student-athletes. You will also be involved in curriculum design, development of pedagogical strategies and assessment plans. This includes:
You will be responsible for the teaching, learning and mentoring of our student-athletes. You will also be involved in curriculum design, development of pedagogical strategies and assessment plans. This includes:
- Delivering effective, engaging and well-paced lessons by adopting a wide range of teaching techniques that are student-centric and value-driven;
- Contributing to establishing a conducive learning environment that motivates and empowers student-athletes;
- Contributing to the design of appropriate and varied assessment modes that enhances teaching and learning;
- Monitoring student-athletes' performance, provides accurate feedback and takes follow-up actions in a timely manner;
- Contributing to provision of pastoral care and guidance programmes to inculcate values and socio- emotional competencies in student-athletes; and
- Contributing to creating a supportive culture built on strong rapport and mutual trust with student-athletes
- Professional teaching qualification, such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education, or other similar qualifications
- At least 3 years of teaching experience in pre-university institution or secondary school
- Experience in preparing students for the International Baccalaureate Diploma, GCE A-level or O-level
- An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline is preferred
- Interest in sports is preferred
Boarding and Business Positions
BOARDING MENTOR, BOARDING AND BUSINESS
If you are a highly-motivated and engaging individual who wants to contribute to the holistic development of high-performing student-athletes, we invite you to join us!
As a Boarding Mentor of Singapore Sports School Boarding, you will supervise, nurture, mentor, counsel, and provide the duty of care to your student-athletes. You will provide support to the smooth administration and operations at Boarding and to ensure the overall well-being, safety, health, studies, social-emotional development and discipline of the student-athletes. You will be involved in planning, organising and implementing Boarding programmes, activities and events which aim to enrich the student-athletes’ boarding experience. You are required to work from 2pm to 11:30pm on most weekdays, and on alternate Saturday or Sunday.
Requirements
As a Boarding Mentor of Singapore Sports School Boarding, you will supervise, nurture, mentor, counsel, and provide the duty of care to your student-athletes. You will provide support to the smooth administration and operations at Boarding and to ensure the overall well-being, safety, health, studies, social-emotional development and discipline of the student-athletes. You will be involved in planning, organising and implementing Boarding programmes, activities and events which aim to enrich the student-athletes’ boarding experience. You are required to work from 2pm to 11:30pm on most weekdays, and on alternate Saturday or Sunday.
Requirements
- Have a positive work attitude, be a good team player and be adaptable to changes
- Possess good people, administrative, planning and organisational skills
- Have passion and dedication to work with youths
- Possess good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Candidates with background in education, counselling, social work, or working with youths in a residential setting will be an advantage. Candidates with other relevant qualifications are welcome to apply.
- Accommodation will be provided to the successful candidate and he/she must reside in the Boarding School on weekdays. Meals will be provided during school days.
Corporate Services Positions
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/SENIOR MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCE
Reporting to Director, Corporate Services, you will provide leadership to Human Resource Department and oversee all aspects of the human resources function, including but not limited to recruitment, performance management, compensation and benefits, training and development, payroll administration and budgeting etc. You will develop, implement and review human resources strategies, policies, and procedures to support the organisation's goals and objectives.
You will lead, coach and inspire the HR team to ensure timely and efficient operational HR-services. You will provide professional development opportunities to enhance the team’s performance and growth.
You will also be assigned other duties as and when required by the organisation.
Requirements
You will lead, coach and inspire the HR team to ensure timely and efficient operational HR-services. You will provide professional development opportunities to enhance the team’s performance and growth.
You will also be assigned other duties as and when required by the organisation.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with at least 5 years in a managerial role, and preferably well versed across the HR spectrum
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage people at all levels
- Proactive, independent and able to multi-task, and work both at the conceptualisation and operational levels
- Familiar with the Employment Act and prevailing HR practices and legislations in Singapore
- Knowledge of any HRIS system and its implementation is an advantage
ASSISTANT MANAGER/SENIOR EXECUTIVE, PROCUREMENT
You will assist the Senior Procurement Manager in the oversight and management of the School’s procurement function to ensure timely and effective procurement of goods and services, and compliance to procurement policies and procedures. You will provide advice to staff on procurement matters, vet procurement requirement specifications and approval papers, manage sourcing and contract management activities. You will review processes and procedures to enhance governance and operational efficiency in procurement.
Requirements
Requirements
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- Good people management and organisational skills
- Possess strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
- High degree of ethics, integrity and professionalism
- Experience in using an ERP system will be an advantage
- Knowledge in IM on Procurement will be an advantage
School Support Positions
SCHOOL NURSE
Singapore Sports School is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position of a full-time School Nurse.
You will provide medical care for student-athletes, particularly for those who are unwell or injured, until further medical attention is received, where appropriate. You will assist to maintain the medical records and declarations of student-athletes and manage the medical screening and follow up. You will need to work closely with other school staff and parents to ensure important medical information are communicated clearly and appropriate follow-up actions are taken. You will also be required to assist in the management of first-aid and emergency situations and be able to stay calm under pressure.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with good medical knowledge and have a heart for high-performing student-athletes, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
You will provide medical care for student-athletes, particularly for those who are unwell or injured, until further medical attention is received, where appropriate. You will assist to maintain the medical records and declarations of student-athletes and manage the medical screening and follow up. You will need to work closely with other school staff and parents to ensure important medical information are communicated clearly and appropriate follow-up actions are taken. You will also be required to assist in the management of first-aid and emergency situations and be able to stay calm under pressure.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with good medical knowledge and have a heart for high-performing student-athletes, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
- Completed a professional preregistration nursing programme accredited by the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) or its equivalent
- Registered Nurse with Singapore Nursing Board with valid certification preferred
- At least 3 years of relevant experience working as a registered nurse in paediatric/children health, emergency, school, sports setting
- Possess strong communication, administrative and organisational skills
SENIOR EXECUTIVE / EXECUTIVE, ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION (FULL/PART TIME)
You will be responsible for the following administrative and operations support functions:
Requirements
- Administrative support for academic staff such as procurement and finance, email to students and parents, printing needs
- Administration of teacher relief, student assessment operation support
- Management of student record, set up and result processing
- Management of attendance tracking, health check, event support
- Secretariat support for management meetings
Requirements
- Good administrative and organisational skills
- Good operations support and system processing skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience in a similar position will be an advantage
Sports Positions
HEAD COACH, SWIMMING ACADEMY & NATIONAL YOUTH TRAINING CENTRE
The Singapore Sports School (SSP) is a specialised independent school dedicated to providing the optimal sports development and academic learning of our talented student-athletes anchored on building strong character qualities of an athlete. With a team of dedicated teachers and experienced sports coaches and sports scientists, we offer an ideal daily training environment for our aspiring national athletes to achieve their dreams.
We are seeking a suitable candidate to fill the full-time position of the Head Coach, Swimming Academy and National Youth Training Centre, in close partnership with the national sport association for swimming, Singapore Aquatics (SAQ), to prepare our developmental student-athletes for national team representation at international competitions and Major Games (Southeast Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, World Championships and Olympic Games). The Head Coach will report to the National Head Coach, SAQ for technical matters and the Assistant Director Sports, SSP for administrative matters.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and enthusiastic leader looking for a challenging purpose to develop high-performance student-athletes and to lead a team to do so, we invite you to join us.
You will be responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating and improving the training and competition plans for student-athletes, based on long-term athlete development principles. You will lead and work with a team of coaches to achieve the Academy and national objectives. You will work with the general manager, fellow coaches, teachers, mentors, parents and other stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care, including conducting regular review sessions with each swimmer to discuss performance progress and goals.
You will also be expected to work with the general manager to recruit suitable student-athletes, mentor the team of coaches in the Academy and establish good relationships with parents and external stakeholders such as SAQ’s High-Performance Team.
Requirements
At least 10 years’ experience of coaching competitive and developmental youth athletes.
Able to lead, mentor and develop coaches to increase their capabilities and deliver a higher standard of coaching.
Possess the equivalent of the SG-Coach Level 3 (Theory and Technical) and/or an international swimming coaching qualification recognised by World Aquatics.
Fulfil requirements to obtain National Registry of Coaches (NROC) membership and Ministry of Education (MOE) registration.
Displays good understanding of sports science as applied to elite youth sports based on long term athlete development principles.
Keen understanding of the quality Daily Training Environment needed for the development of student-athletes.
Competent in values inculcation and character development for student-athletes.
Good planning, administrative and organizational skills, with progressive knowledge, skills and attitude towards the use of data analytics in the training program.
Good team player and able to communicate well in English with student-athletes and stakeholders.
Experience working within a school environment would be an advantage.
We are seeking a suitable candidate to fill the full-time position of the Head Coach, Swimming Academy and National Youth Training Centre, in close partnership with the national sport association for swimming, Singapore Aquatics (SAQ), to prepare our developmental student-athletes for national team representation at international competitions and Major Games (Southeast Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, World Championships and Olympic Games). The Head Coach will report to the National Head Coach, SAQ for technical matters and the Assistant Director Sports, SSP for administrative matters.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and enthusiastic leader looking for a challenging purpose to develop high-performance student-athletes and to lead a team to do so, we invite you to join us.
You will be responsible for planning, implementing, evaluating and improving the training and competition plans for student-athletes, based on long-term athlete development principles. You will lead and work with a team of coaches to achieve the Academy and national objectives. You will work with the general manager, fellow coaches, teachers, mentors, parents and other stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care, including conducting regular review sessions with each swimmer to discuss performance progress and goals.
You will also be expected to work with the general manager to recruit suitable student-athletes, mentor the team of coaches in the Academy and establish good relationships with parents and external stakeholders such as SAQ’s High-Performance Team.
Requirements
COACH, BOWLING ACADEMY
Singapore Sports School is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position of Coach, Bowling Academy.
You will be responsible for planning and implementing the training and competition plans for a group of student-athletes towards high performance in sports, based on long-term athlete development principles, under the guidance of the Bowling Academy Head Coach. You will keep track of the progress of each student-athlete and provide regular updates to the Bowling Academy, the student-athletes and their parents. You will work with the Head Coach, General Manager, fellow coaches, school staff and external stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with a good understanding of the needs of elite student-athletes, and possess the competencies and passion to develop student-athletes to be competitive bowlers, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
You will be responsible for planning and implementing the training and competition plans for a group of student-athletes towards high performance in sports, based on long-term athlete development principles, under the guidance of the Bowling Academy Head Coach. You will keep track of the progress of each student-athlete and provide regular updates to the Bowling Academy, the student-athletes and their parents. You will work with the Head Coach, General Manager, fellow coaches, school staff and external stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with a good understanding of the needs of elite student-athletes, and possess the competencies and passion to develop student-athletes to be competitive bowlers, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of competitive coaching experience with elite and developmental youth athletes.
- Possesses at least SG-Coach Level 1 certification or equivalent and is registered with the National Registry of Coaches (NROC).
- Possesses at least Singapore Bowling Federation (SBF) Level 2 Technical certification.
- Possesses a valid Standard First Aid + CPR/AED certification.
- Must be registered with the Ministry of Education.
- Displays good understanding of sports science as applied to elite youth sports based on long term athlete development principles.
- Competent in values inculcation and character development for student-athletes.
- Good planning, administrative and organizational skills.
- Able to communicate well in English with student-athletes and stakeholders.
COACH, SHOOTING ACADEMY
Singapore Sports School is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position of Pistol Coach, Shooting Academy.
You will be responsible for planning and implementing the training and competition plans for a group of student-athletes towards high performance in sports, based on long-term athlete development principles, under the guidance of the Shooting Academy Head Coach. You will keep track of the progress of each student-athlete and provide regular updates to the Shooting Academy, the student-athletes and their parents. You will support the Shooting Academy in implementing the Learn-to-Shoot programme for aspiring shooters. You will work with the Head Coach, General Manager, fellow coaches, school staff and external stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with a good understanding of the needs of elite student-athletes, and possess the competencies and passion to develop student-athletes to be competitive shooters, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
You will be responsible for planning and implementing the training and competition plans for a group of student-athletes towards high performance in sports, based on long-term athlete development principles, under the guidance of the Shooting Academy Head Coach. You will keep track of the progress of each student-athlete and provide regular updates to the Shooting Academy, the student-athletes and their parents. You will support the Shooting Academy in implementing the Learn-to-Shoot programme for aspiring shooters. You will work with the Head Coach, General Manager, fellow coaches, school staff and external stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with a good understanding of the needs of elite student-athletes, and possess the competencies and passion to develop student-athletes to be competitive shooters, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of competitive coaching experience with elite and developmental youth athletes
- Possess technical expertise in 10m Air Pistol events
- Possess at least SG-Coach Level 1 certification or equivalent and is registered with the National Registry of Coaches (NROC). For foreign coach selected for the position, Singapore Sports School will facilitate the registration with the NROC.
- Display good understanding of sports science as applied to elite youth sports based on long term athlete development principles
- Competent in values inculcation and character development for student-athletes
- Good planning, administrative and organisational skills
- Able to communicate well in English with student-athletes and stakeholders
GENERAL MANAGER, INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMME
If you are committed to nurturing potential national athletes into learned champions with character, we welcome you! As the General Manager of the Individual Programme, you will oversee the management and holistic development of student-athletes who study in Sports School but largely trains with the national sports associations (NSAs) or clubs.
You will work closely with the various NSAs, Singapore Sport Institute (SSI), National Youth Sport Institute (NYSI) and other stakeholders to coordinate the support required to ensure a conducive and nurturing daily training environment for student-athletes who are training with NSAs and/or Clubs. You will champion the holistic development of student-athletes and provide athlete-life mentoring. You will also manage student-athletes’ data and information, and support the coaches and NYSI in areas such as talent identification, recruitment and competition management. You will develop, implement and review action plans and initiatives that are aligned to the school’s mission, vision and priorities, including the management of resources to achieve the school’s outcomes.
Requirements
You will work closely with the various NSAs, Singapore Sport Institute (SSI), National Youth Sport Institute (NYSI) and other stakeholders to coordinate the support required to ensure a conducive and nurturing daily training environment for student-athletes who are training with NSAs and/or Clubs. You will champion the holistic development of student-athletes and provide athlete-life mentoring. You will also manage student-athletes’ data and information, and support the coaches and NYSI in areas such as talent identification, recruitment and competition management. You will develop, implement and review action plans and initiatives that are aligned to the school’s mission, vision and priorities, including the management of resources to achieve the school’s outcomes.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in sports administration or working with youth athletes
- Commitment to values inculcation and character development in youth athletes
- Good communication, writing and organisational skills
- Good team player with strong collaboration and networking skills in working with colleagues and building strong partnerships with parents and key stakeholders
- Have interest and experience in playing or competing in sports will be an advantage
- Degree or relevant professional qualification in Sports Management, Sports Science or Physical Education is preferred
GENERAL MANAGER, MULTI-SPORT ACADEMY
If you are committed to nurturing potential national athletes into learned champions with character, we welcome you! As the General Manager of the Multi-Sport Academy, you will oversee the management and holistic development of student-athletes who are given the opportunities to acquire and strengthen sport-relevant complex movement skills to maximise their sporting potential as they explore and pursue a suitable high-performance sport pathway.
You will work closely with coaches, the National Youth Sport Institute (NYSI) and the various National Sport Associations (NSAs) to design and manage a multi-year programme that profiles and nurtures student-athletes to optimise their talent. You will manage student-athletes’ data and provide insights to guide talent identification, recruitment and athlete development strategies.
You will also be championing the holistic development of student-athletes and provide athlete-life mentoring. You will develop and review action plans and initiatives aligned with the academy’s mission, vision and priorities, managing resources effectively to achieve desired outcomes.
Requirements
At least 3 years of experience in sports administration or working with youth athletes
Passion in sports, and have interest and experience in playing or managing multiple sports
Commitment to values inculcation and character development in youth athletes
Good communication, writing and organisational skills
Strong leadership, collaborative and networking skills in working with colleagues and building strong partnerships with key stakeholders and partners
Degree or relevant professional qualification in Sports Management, Sports Science or Physical Education is preferred, including relevant professional experience in related sports
A good understanding of Singapore's education system is preferred.
You will work closely with coaches, the National Youth Sport Institute (NYSI) and the various National Sport Associations (NSAs) to design and manage a multi-year programme that profiles and nurtures student-athletes to optimise their talent. You will manage student-athletes’ data and provide insights to guide talent identification, recruitment and athlete development strategies.
You will also be championing the holistic development of student-athletes and provide athlete-life mentoring. You will develop and review action plans and initiatives aligned with the academy’s mission, vision and priorities, managing resources effectively to achieve desired outcomes.
Requirements
GOAL-KEEPING COACH/ FOOTBALL ACADEMY
Singapore Sports School is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the full-time position of Goal-Keeping Coach/Football Academy.
You will be responsible for planning and implementing the training and competition plans for student-athletes towards high performance in sports, based on long-term athlete development principles, under the guidance of the Football Academy Head Coach. You will keep track of the progress of each student-athlete and provide regular updates to the Football Academy, the student-athletes, and their parents. You will work with the Head Coach, General Manager, fellow coaches, school staff and external stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with a good understanding of the needs of elite student-athletes, and possess the competencies and passion to develop student-athletes to be competitive footballers, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
You will be responsible for planning and implementing the training and competition plans for student-athletes towards high performance in sports, based on long-term athlete development principles, under the guidance of the Football Academy Head Coach. You will keep track of the progress of each student-athlete and provide regular updates to the Football Academy, the student-athletes, and their parents. You will work with the Head Coach, General Manager, fellow coaches, school staff and external stakeholders to achieve the sporting goals and holistic development of the student-athletes under your care.
If you are a highly motivated, engaging and committed team player with a good understanding of the needs of elite student-athletes, and possess the competencies and passion to develop student-athletes to be competitive footballers, we invite you to join us.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of competitive coaching experience with elite and developmental youth athletes.
- Possesses SG-Coach Level 1 or above certification or equivalent and is registered with the National Registry of Coaches (NROC) and the Ministry of Education.
- Possesses a valid Standard First Aid + CPR/AED certification.
- Possesses Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Level 2 Goalkeeping certification or equivalent preferred.
- Displays good understanding of sports science as applied to elite youth sports based on long term athlete development principles.
- Keen understanding of the quality Daily Training Environment needed for the development of student-athletes.
- Competent in values inculcation and character development for student-athletes.
- Good planning, administrative and organizational skills, with progressive knowledge, skills and attitude towards the use of data analytics in the training program.
- Good team players and able to communicate well in English with student-athletes and stakeholders.
- Experience working within a school environment would be an advantage.