Centre Stage School of the Arts is at the forefront of performing arts education in Singapore. Established 25 years ago, we have grown to teach and inspire generations of students through our programs in drama, musical theatre, dance, and singing. Our courses are designed to foster creativity and develop professional skills in actors, singers, and dancers and in Arts related industries.
This year, as we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we’re thrilled to reflect on our journey and the launch of new initiatives to enhance our students’ experiences. Our passionate team of over twenty talented individuals has cultivated a dynamic and supportive environment, making Centre Stage School of the Arts an exceptional place to learn and grow.
We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic and dedicated teachers and teaching assistants who are passionate about the Creative & Performing Arts and are about bringing out the best in every child. Those looking to be part of a team whose collective aim is to build confidence and assist in the overall development of all children throughout their life, from Babies to Adults. We look for those that are inspirational, imaginative and know their craft. Individuals who are hardworking and reliable, who possess stamina and energy and the ability to multi-task whilst working as a team in our busy centre.
Applicants must possess both experience and qualifications applicable to the job, and Centre Stage can offer ongoing professional development with teacher training courses. (TCL, PHCE and iPGCE)
If you think you have these qualities, experience and qualifications, please contact Alison at ali@centre-stage.com. Please title the email “Recruitment + Your Name.”
At the moment, we have several varied positions that we are looking to fill:
1. Creative and Performance Drama Teacher (Full Time) – 2 years contract
Please send all applications together with a CV to Alison Tompkins (ali@centre-stage.com)
Enthusiastic and experienced in teaching all ages in:
=> 3-12 year olds process driven creative drama & MT – drama, singing, dancing,
=> 8-12 year olds performance & acting skills & MT – drama, singing, dancing,
=> 13 yrs + acting skills & MT – drama, singing, dancing,
=> 8yrs + skills required in preparation towards Trinity/LAMDA Musical Theatre Exams.
Must love working with children and young people, be engaging and inspiring and have the skills, training and experience to back this up.
Must be able to work within a collaborative team, planning and delivering classes, workshops, holiday programmes, birthday party events.
Able to direct, costume and create/build set, for annual productions and class presentations, workshops, events & holiday programmes.
Must have knowledge of and be able to operate basic lights & sound for their productions.
Important: These job roles require complete all rounders, with broad skills and the candidates must be adaptable, flexible and able to multi task. The jobs require creativity, as well as good practical and organisational skills, effective time management abilities and an excellent work ethic. Only those who have the aforementioned skills, together with reliability, good stamina and resilience should apply.
Ideal candidates would be those, having trained as performers, with experience working in the industry and a degree in the same area. Candidates, should have experience a teachers/workshop leaders and be passionate about student development, working and teaching young children, teens and in the arts and arts education.
All candidates – must have:
1: A degree level qualification in the performing Arts or arts education
2: A DBS (previously CRB) UK police check or Singapore equivalent.
3: Provide contact details for two referees from previous line managers.
Full time Position:
=> Two year Contract (renewable)Professional Development
=> Pathways/Benefits
2. Creative and Performance Drama Teachers (Freelance) – 1 year contract
Please send all applications together with a CV and 3 referees contact details to Alison Tompkins (ali@centre-stage.com)
To join – a creative team of professionals, passionate about arts for everyone. Working with like minded people towards the same goal and aims of the company. Able to work as a collaborative team Directing, Choreographing, Costuming and Creating Set for Annual Productions and Class Presentations
Requirements:
A degree – preferably in the arts or performance
DBS (previously CRB) UK police check or home country equivalent.
Only Interested in serious applicants – those who love working with children, enthusiastic, committed, capable, adaptable, reliable, possess broad skills and are passionate about the arts.
8-10 weeks leave per academic year
$70 per hour for teaching and $20 per hour for admin work
3. Creative Musical Theatre Teacher (Freelance) – 1 year contract
Requirements:
Must have: A degree – preferably in the arts or performance
Only Interested in serious applicants – those who love working with children, enthusiastic, committed, capable, adaptable, reliable, possess broad skills and are passionate about the arts.
Hourly rate for teaching and administrative work
Supply: Covering letter, CV and 2 referees contact details to Alison Tompkins at ali@centre-stage.com
To join – a creative team of professionals, passionate about arts for everyone. Working with like minded people towards the same goal and aims of the company. Able to work as a collaborative team Directing, Choreographing, Costuming and Creating Set for Annual Productions and Class Presentations
4. Creative Arts Assistant Teacher (Full Time)
Full Time:
Contract – 2 years – Opportunities to renew
Overall Responsibilities:
Working alongside the Teaching team to provide support in Early Years/Drama/Arts and Crafts/Classes/ Holiday Programmes/ Workshops/Shows and Events.
Job Responsibilities:
Role is to support the teacher to maintain a safe learning space and help create a fun and supportive environment.
Provide support & encouragement within class, in developing a student’s social & emotional skills.
Responsibilities – Practical day-to-day tasks:
In classes:
Setting up of the pre-school equipment and course activities in the studios prior to the classes.
Carry out routine care duties.
Classes are drama or dance focused – include singing, story-telling, role play, puppetry – Involved and assist in playing out the stories, characters and bringing to life the situations in Creative dramas.
Assist within classes (workshops/parties/ Holiday Programmes & Back Stage for shows).
Help with supervision during rehearsals.
Use positive discipline techniques at all times.
In Planning & Preparation: Resource & Event organisation, planning and preparation
Assist in preparing resources, arts and crafts materials and helping to implement them in the classes alongside the teachers.
Assist with planning arts and crafts ready for Holiday programmes.
Assist in preparing Theatre props/scenery for shows.
Responsible for the upkeep and organisation of teaching resources/arts and craft materials.
Maintain appearance/decoration of the studios and displays and during times of festivals.
Child development
Help in supporting development social and emotional skills.
Be able to articulate the benefits of the program to the parents.
Maintain and build a good relationship with children, parents and teachers.
Attend staff meetings.
Attend Training.
Be willing and be prepared to undertake training and professional development activities in-house and outside of Centre Stage.
Job Requirement:
You must love working with children!
A passion for the arts and education
Must be a good team player
Reliable
Dedicated
Adaptable and flexible
Good interpersonal skills
Possess a warm, friendly. open personality
Professional manner
Good work ethic
Good spoken and written English skills
Good communication skills
Need to enjoy the arts
Have an artistic eye
Display good organisational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to be self-motivated to do well
Be a good role model
Willing and able to support/implement the Centre stage ethos
Experience – Work experience in an arts or childcare environment is an advantage
Those without O levels/GCSE’s may be considered for AT positions.
Working Hours – 44 hr. week
Two days Off – Sunday + 1 day during the week
Candidate must be able to commit to Saturdays
Location One North
Job Highlights
Attractive remuneration, a fun creative working environment with opportunities for professional development.
Join a creative, friendly team.
Opportunities to Develop your career further working with Children and within the arts
Salary: Dependent on age, experience and qualifications.
Assistant Teachers at Centre Stage
Our Assistant Teachers are important to the work we do and provide an essential support system for children and young people within our arts education.
The kind of people we are looking for are good at engaging naturally with children and young people. Those that are dynamic, enthusiastic, reliable, enthusiastic, friendly, and warm, artistic, organised, possess strong communication skills and an ability to be self-motivated and committed to support all our programmes, workshops etc.
Our Assistant Teachers should fully participate and actively work together with the team, on all events and in furthering Centre Stage work and company vision and ethos, maintaining standards.
Centre Stage is committed to safeguarding and employees are required to have certificates in or attend training in this area, implement safe working practices, and share the same attention and commitment to child protection and safeguarding.
Employment – We also follow safe recruitment practices and rigorous checks. We require supporting references, child protection, criminal and identity checks.
Ideal but not essential:
GCE ‘O’Levels.
A Certificate or Diploma in Education or equivalent, or working towards a relevant qualification.
A minimum of two years’ experience in a school/arts centre setting.
5: Accounts cum HR (Full Time)
Requirements:
Centre stage School of the Arts is looking for a suitable candidate who has basic knowledge on finance and able to take on administrative jobs relating to Finance with some HR Admin responsibilities.
Job overview:
Managing Invoices and sending out payment reminders
Able to handle parents enquiries to invoice related matters
Managing application forms for vendors and suppliers
Processing payments
Any ad-hoc admin jobs from Directors
Managing basic HR duties such as Time sheet and Leave applications
Monitoring of company’s cash flow
Monthly debt collection
Providing monthly performance/variance analysis
Liaising with estate management for company properties
Monitoring insurance and motor vehicle road tax renewals
Maintain accounting documents and records to ensure they are properly filed and documented
Processing monthly payroll calculations
Submission of Central Provident Fund records
Reviewing of employee claims
Posting jobs and reviewing jobs for Director’s review
Applying for employment passes for foreign talent
Drafting employment contracts
Request and maintaining proper records for employment documents and employee leaves via BambooHR
Application of passes for outside international schools when needed
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