Founding Teacher of Art (Junior School)

SPGS International School (Singapore)

An exceptional opportunity to establish Art at a new international school, bringing the educational philosophy and creative ambition of one of the world's most successful schools to Singapore.

SPGS International School (Singapore) is seeking an outstanding and imaginative Founding Teacher of Art to join our dynamic founding team and play a defining role in establishing a vibrant culture of creativity, artistic expression and innovation across our Junior School.

Rooted in the 120-year heritage of St Paul's Girls' School in London, consistently recognised as one of the UK's most academically successful schools, SPGS International brings an extraordinary educational tradition to Singapore. Our ambition is to create something genuinely special: a school where intellectual curiosity, academic excellence, creativity and individuality flourish together, and where young people are encouraged to think independently, question confidently and discover the joy of learning.

This is a rare opportunity for an exceptional Art teacher to shape a subject from its very beginnings. Working alongside our Founding Head of Junior School and a talented team of specialist and classroom teachers, the successful candidate will have the freedom to establish an ambitious and inspiring Art programme, developing the creative experiences, learning environments and traditions that will become an integral part of school life.

We are looking for a teacher with a genuine passion for the visual arts and the ability to inspire children to observe closely, think imaginatively and express themselves with confidence. Someone who understands that artistic education is about far more than learning techniques or producing beautiful work. We want our students to experiment fearlessly, explore a rich variety of materials and media, develop their own creative voices and discover the satisfaction of bringing an original idea to life.

Our approach to education places particular emphasis on intellectual independence, creativity and the confidence to explore unfamiliar ideas. In Art, this means creating learning environments where children are encouraged to take creative risks, question conventions, learn through experimentation and appreciate the many different ways in which people interpret and represent the world. We believe that exceptional Art teaching should nurture not only technical skill and artistic appreciation, but also imagination, resilience, curiosity and individuality.

An exciting dimension of this founding appointment will be the opportunity to contribute to the establishment of our wider creative curriculum. For the first two terms, until January 2027, the successful candidate will also take responsibility for teaching Creative Technologies and Design Engineering across the Junior School, helping students explore the connections between artistic expression, design thinking, technology and practical problem-solving. As these subjects transition to specialist provision, the Founding Teacher of Art will continue to play an important role in fostering interdisciplinary learning and collaboration across the creative disciplines.

The successful candidate will have considerable scope to influence the direction of Art at SPGS International. From curriculum design and the development of stimulating creative spaces to exhibitions, workshops, co-curricular activities and collaborations with the wider artistic community, this appointment offers the freedom to establish a distinctive and exciting artistic culture. We want Art to be visible and celebrated throughout the school, enriching the daily experiences of our students and contributing to an environment in which creativity is valued as an essential part of a rounded education.

Above all, we are seeking someone who is excited by the opportunity to build. Someone who combines excellent subject knowledge and high expectations with warmth, imagination and a genuine enthusiasm for working with young children. We want a colleague who will enjoy the energy and collaboration of a founding school, who is willing to contribute beyond the classroom, and who recognises the extraordinary privilege of helping to establish an institution with such a distinguished educational heritage.

For the right candidate, this is far more than a teaching appointment. It is an opportunity to establish a subject, and to shape a culture of creativity and artistic expression.

We warmly welcome applications from exceptional Art teachers who share our educational philosophy and are excited by the opportunity to contribute to the founding of SPGS International School (Singapore).

For more information on the job description, please visit: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/schrole_b1c56f99-496a-4348-9b18-d87376a692da

Safeguarding Statement

SPGS International School (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including satisfactory references and relevant background screening.