Careers

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

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

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 Track & Field Academy Head Coach. You will primarily be coaching sprints, hurdles and relays, but you should have a good knowledge, understanding and experience in fundamental movement skills and multi-event coaching in all events groups for U16 student-athletes. You will keep track of the progress of the student-athletes and provide regular updates to the Track & Field 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 athletes, we invite you to join us.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of competitive coaching experience with elite and developmental youth athletes, especially in sprints, hurdles and relays and with knowledge, understanding and experience in fundamental movement skills and multi-event coaching in all events groups
• Possesses an international coaching qualification in Track and Field Athletics recognised or accredited by World Athletics, of at least Level 1 Coaching, with Level 2 Coaching preferred
• 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

Reporting to the Technical Director, Singapore Badminton Association (SBA) and Assistant Director Sports, Singapore Sports School (SSP), you will be responsible for the Junior Performance player pathway in Singapore, linking it directly into the SBA performance system. You will be the strategic lead for the Singapore Junior Performance Programmes, including the talent identification processes and selection of players, nurturing and developing players through the Programme. You will plan the programmes to be delivered by the Coaching Team, establish an international tournament programme and select the players together with the Junior Performance Head Coach and the Coaching Team. You will lead and manage the Junior Performance Head Coach and the Coaching Team, including the continual education of the Coaches involved in the Junior Performance Programme. You will be the main liaison person for those players identified as future senior Talent for their progress up the Performance Pathway.

You will also be assigned other duties as and when required by the organisations (SBA and/or SSP).

Requirements

• Organised and experienced in leading and delivering Performance level Programmes
• Strong knowledge of the Sports Sciences and how to implement new knowledge and support systems effectively in the Singapore Junior Performance Programmes
• Have a strong on-court coaching background (not necessarily in badminton)
• Prepared to lead by example and make changes to the current system where required in order for the Junior Performance Programmes to have the appropriate focus
• Experience in budget management, stakeholder management and leading a team
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop successful working partnerships with players, parents and coaches
• Excellent oral and written communication skills: English (primarily), Mandarin (advantageous)

Reporting to the Junior Performance Director, the Singapore Badminton Association (SBA) and Singapore Sports School (SSP), you will manage the development of identified youth players in the Junior Performance Pathway and provide leadership to Junior Performance Coaches. You will perform the role of the Head Coach on and off-court within the high performance badminton pathway environment. You will deliver a planned programme for junior badminton players who are both studying and training on a daily basis, to enable them to be nurtured to their optimum potential.

You will also be assigned other duties as and when required by the Junior Performance Director, SBA, or SSP.

Requirements

• Formal coach education background (equivalent to BWF Level 2) and/or record of accessing continuous professional development opportunities
• Coaching experience at a high national level and/or equivalent International experience as well as a proven record of developing International junior and/or senior players
• Sound knowledge of the requirements of elite badminton and of the elite structures and procedures within a sporting organisation
• Strong programme planning abilities and understand how to nurture youth players
• Ability to lead, motivate, consult and influence others
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop successful working partnerships with players, parents and coaches
• Excellent oral and written communication skills: English (primarily), Mandarin (advantageous)

You will provide strong leadership and support to the Boarding Operations. Your job responsibilities include providing direction and guidance to the Boarding Team in ensuring smooth boarding operations, and that the student-athletes’ overall safety, health and well-being are well looked after. You will coach and develop the Team to be effective role models and team players and to exercise their duty of care diligently. You will also ensure operational support to the meal and, laundry services, and review and improve all Boarding Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). You will lead in conceptualising, planning, implementing and evaluating Boarding programmes/ projects such as student-leadership, sustainable/ recycling projects at Boarding, and be involved in ad-hoc school-wide projects. You will lead and guide the Team in managing all incidents/ emergencies and provide timely updates to School Management. You are required to stay in Boarding during weekdays and be flexible in your working hours, including being called back for duties during emergencies.

Requirements

• Have excellent leadership and management skills, particularly problem-solving, planning, organising, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Able to lead teams effectively and forge strong partnerships with stakeholders to meet desired outcomes at department/school levels
• Have a positive work attitude and drive to work independently and effectively as part of a team. • Have at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Candidates with background in operations management, education, or counselling will be an advantage
• Experience working in a school setting and/or a boarding or residential environment for young people will be advantageous
• Successful candidate must reside in the Boarding School. Accommodation and meals will be provided

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, or working with youths in a residential setting will be an advantage.
• 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.

You will be involved in the Human Resource functions pertaining to recruitment, performance management, training and benefits administration. You will assist to review human resource policies and practices and implement new initiatives that contribute to organisational success. You will compile and analyse HR data and support in all other HR areas as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of broad-based Human Resource experience
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• A good team player, highly motivated and performance-driven
• Good understanding of Singapore employment legislations
• A degree in any discipline, preferably with post-graduate qualification in Human Resource