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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.

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, SCIENCE

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! ! A Bachelor degree in Science/ Chemistry/ Physics or relevant disciplines is preferred; but the ability to constantly learn and inspire the love for learning and life, is essential. Interest in sports is preferred.

You will be responsible for shaping the science education experience and professional growth of teachers in the department. You will collaborate with teachers, other HODs, administrators, and school’s leadership team to drive various programmes and ensure a cohesive and integrated learning experience for the student-athletes.

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 experience in secondary school or post-secondary institution
  • Current and experienced key personnel in schools is preferred
  • Experience in preparing students for the GCE O-level, A-level or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP) is preferred
  • Ability and experience in teaching IBDP Physics or IBDP Chemistry will be a bonus

TEACHER, ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

You will be responsible for the teaching, learning and mentoring of our student-athletes. You may also be involved in curriculum design, development of pedagogical strategies and assessment plans. Join us if you want to support the academic pursuit and holistic development of our aspiring national athletes!

Requirements
  • 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 secondary school or pre-university institution
  • Experience in preparing students for the GCE O-level, A-level or the International Baccalaureate Diploma is preferred
  • A good undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline is preferred
  • Interest in sports preferred

SENIOR MANAGER, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

You will lead a team and involve in the full spectrum of the accounting functions including closing of accounts, financial operations (such as GL, AP, AR, FA), GST, financial and management reporting and budgeting. You will also assist in the formulation, implementation and review of financial and accounting policies and procedures, and enhancement of systems and processes. You will also assist in managing the office admin functions of the organisation.

Requirements
  • Chartered Accountant with at least 5 years of relevant experience
  • Hands-on with keen eye for details and a high level of accuracy
  • Critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines
  • Organized, detailed and able to work independently as well as in a team
  • Proficient in MS Excel and MS office as well as accounting ERP systems
  • Experience in implementing ERP will be an advantage

JUNIOR PERFORMANCE COACH, BADMINTON ACADEMY

Reporting to the Junior Performance Head Coach, the Singapore Badminton Association (SBA) and Singapore Sports School (SSP), you will contribute to the holistic development of identified youth players in the Junior Performance Pathway. You will perform the role of the Coach on and off-court within the high-performance badminton pathway environment and you will be responsible for planning and implementing the training and competition plans for an assigned group of junior badminton student-athletes based on long-term athlete development principles. You will monitor and report the progress of each student-athlete within the high-performance badminton pathway environment and conduct regular meetings with the student-athletes and their parents.

You will work with fellow coaches and key stakeholders, and you will also be assigned other duties as and when required by the Junior Performance Director/Head Coach, SBA, or SSP.

Requirements
  • At least 2 years of competitive coaching experience at elite youth level
  • Full registration with the National Registry of Coaches (NROC), including at least SGCoach Level 1 Integrated Programme for Badminton
  • Possesses an international badminton coaching qualification recognised by Badminton World Federation (BWF)
  • Possesses a deep understanding of sports science as applied to elite youth level sports development based on Long-Term Athlete Development
  • Competent in values inculcation and character development for student-athletes
  • Good administrative and organisational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop successful working partnerships with players, parents and coaches
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (English)

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
  • 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, FENCING ACADEMY

Singapore Sports School is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position of Coach (Sabre), Fencing 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 Fencing Academy Head Coach. You will keep track of the progress of each student-athlete and provide regular updates to the Fencing 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 fencers, we invite you to join us.

Requirements
  • At least 3 years of competitive coaching experience with elite and developmental sabre youth athletes (ages 12-21 years-old), preferably with exposure to regional/international cadet and junior championships
  • Possesses an international/national coaching qualification in Fencing recognised or accredited by FIE
  • Possesses 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
  • 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 organisational skills
  • Able to communicate well in English with student-athletes and stakeholders

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
  • At least 3 years of competitive coaching experience with elite and developmental youth athletes
  • Possess technical expertise in 10m Air Pistol events
  • Possesses 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
  • 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 organisational skills
  • Able to communicate well in English with student-athletes and stakeholders

GENERAL MANAGER, FOOTBALL ACADEMY

If you are committed to nurturing potential national athletes into learned champions with character, we welcome you! You will lead and manage the Football Academy, including the overall management and development of student-athletes. 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. You will provide support to the Head Coach and the Academy to ensure a conducive daily training environment for student-athletes in the Academy. You will champion the holistic development of student-athletes and provide athlete-life mentoring. You will manage student-athletes’ data and information, and support the coaches in areas such as talent identification, recruitment and competition management. You will foster partnerships with stakeholders such as the parents, National Sports Association, ActiveSG, Unleash the Roar!, and other coaches and clubs in the Football scene.

Requirements
  • At least 3 years of experience in sports administration or working with youth athletes
  • Passion in sports, and interest or prior experience in Football
  • Commitment to values inculcation and character development in youth athletes
  • Good communication, writing and organizational skills
  • Strong 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

HOW 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.

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