Established in 1957, Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore aims to empower children and adults with cerebral palsy or multiple disabilities to realise their full potential and to lead a life of dignity.

Our Culture
CPAS' culture is rooted in our values. Our hope and respect for open and honest communication builds trust, while our aspiration seeks to empower both our staff and clients to overcome challenges and live a life without limits.
Our people embrace CPAS' values. These values are how we deliver our services at the highest standards with passion and care, creating awareness and advocating for equal opportunities for all persons with cerebral palsy or multiple disabilities, and empowering them to realise their full potential.
CPAS fosters a unique environment in which employees can be part of creating something new, while enjoying the proven infrastructure of a solid, successful Social Service Agency. We need employees who are diverse in ethnicity, thinking and educational and professional backgrounds — so we cultivate inclusiveness and celebrate a wide range of opinions and ideas.
Organisation Value Proposition (OVP)
At CPAS, you can expect to work in a culture of helpful and collaborative teams to empower persons with cerebral palsy or multiple disabilities to realise their full potential. Surround yourself with supportive peers, and work towards the same common goal. Throughout your journey with us, you will receive timely guidance and constantly learn and develop.
We strive to foster a culture of trust and open communication, where two-way feedback and communication is highly encouraged. Join us and make a difference today!

Development
Helping employees reach their potential is part of who we are. This is our commitment and promise to everyone who works at CPAS. Whether we’re helping employees gain further education through tuition assistance or providing professional development, many opportunities exist. In addition, we have review discussions in which we outline development opportunities and help our people understand their growth paths and what it takes to achieve success.
We are privileged to receive The NS Mark Accreditation for supporting the National Service by implementing pro-National Service policies and human resource practices.
Current Positions
We are always looking for talented people to join our team and, when we find them, we make it our responsibility to help them realise their full potential. We invite aspiring and talented individuals to join us as:
OVERVIEW
To facilitate and provide IT support throughout the school, including IT infrastructure development, user support and troubleshooting. Undertake project assigned including specific maintenance and upgrading tasks on computer system and network.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform basic hardware and software installation, troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Provide PCs/Notebooks/Printers/Multi-Function Copiers/Peripherals support.
- Manage school IT resources, such as purchasing, tagging, loaning, replacing, disposing of ICT Equipment, record maintenance and documentation.
- Set up and configure new IT equipment, such as Laptops, iPads, and tablets etc, based on IT policy.
- Provide support for IT upgrades & Network maintenance.
- Administer software licences.
- Perform Windows Server and Domain Administration
- Monitor backup device, server, firewall and run antivirus regularly
- Provide training to all school staff on features of Software and Hardware Peripherals.
- Liaise with vendors of faulty IT equipment
- Conduct daily rounds to the classroom for each session (AM&PM) to ensure IT equipment such as PCs, projector, SMART TV used are functionally well.
- In charge of lesson observation recording system for teachers.
- Manage school’s ICT lab/studio and AV system in the classrooms & school hall
- Manage and update School Cloud Service (Microsoft) & Mobile Device Management (MDM) for IT devices.
- Carry out assigned Ad-Hoc Tasks from time-to-time and providing basic support for ongoing IT Projects.
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum a Diploma in IT/ Computer Science
- 2 years of working experience in the similar job
- Able to multitask and prioritise work
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Able to work independently and as a team.
- Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills
Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
OVERVIEW
Provide nursing care for clients in School. Assist visiting doctors at the specialist clinics.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for medical and dental care of clients
- To cover Nurse for EIPIC and Adult Service in her absence
- Facilitate and assist doctors at the specialist clinics eg. Dental, orthopaedic, neurology, hands clinics etc.
- Educating nursing care and procedures to staff and care givers eg PEG, NG tube feeding, wound care, epilepsy etc.
- Maintain clinic requirements according to MOH standards
- Ensure adequate medical, dental and pharmaceutical supplies in the clinic
- Actively involved in creating awareness on condition of cerebral palsy and the Association
- Organized proper documentation of clients’ medical records, maintain proper inventories of medical supplies purchased
- Ensure welfare and medical needs of clients are attended on-time
- Be observant and vigilant of clients who need attention
- Any other ad-hoc duties when required.
REQUIREMENTS
- Diploma in Nursing
- Registered Nurse with Singapore Nursing Board (SNB)
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Staff Nurse
Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
ROLE
The role of a Teacher Aide is to support the teacher in the classroom to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives for the students.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives.
- Work with class students as an assigned relief teacher in the absence of the class teacher.
- Lift, move and operate adaptive equipment.
- Assist students with personal care tasks, including lavatory, clothing, hygiene, diapering, toileting, and wash-up routines.
- Assist students with mobility needs such as lifting and positioning students, lifting in and out of wheelchairs; loading and unloading on the bus; transporting students in and around the school and on field trips.
- Monitor students to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
- Assist students during snack time.
- Perform work-related assignments as required, such as events, CCAs, and PLTs, etc.
REQUIREMENTS
- At least NITEC Certificate or 3 GCE “O” level passes
- A Certificate in Educational Studies is preferred.
- Possess basic computer skills.
- A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
OVERVIEW
The role of a SPED Teacher is to design and develop specialised lesson plans to help students with special needs cope and achieve their learning objectives. The SPED Teacher will be working closely with allied health professionals, social workers, psychologists, families, and the community to help the students to reach their fullest potential and enjoy an enhanced quality of life.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.
- Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
- Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.
- Work in tandem with Teacher Aide to achieve quality outcomes for the students.
- Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs.
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by school.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team as appropriate.
- Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
- Perform related work as required, such as events, CCAs, and PLTs, etc.
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 2 ‘A’/ H2 Level passes and 2 AO/H1 passes (including GP or Knowledge Inquiry) or a recognized local polytechnic diploma
- A good overall International Baccalaureate Diploma score
- Having a Diploma in Special Education (DISE) would be advantageous
- Will be required to attend Diploma in Special Education (DISE) once hired
- A heart to serve in the special needs sector
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
OVERVIEW
The role of a SPED Teacher is to design and develop specialised lesson plans to help students with special needs cope and achieve their learning objectives. The SPED Teacher will be working closely with allied health professionals, social workers, psychologists, families, and the community to help the students to reach their fullest potential and enjoy an enhanced quality of life.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.
- Employ special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
- Instruct students in academic subjects using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multi-sensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning and to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students.
- Work in tandem with Teacher Aide to achieve quality outcomes for the students.
- Meet with parents to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs.
- Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on children and activities, as required by school.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary/transdisciplinary team as appropriate.
- Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities.
- Perform related work as required, such as events, CCAs, and PLTs, etc.
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 2 ‘A’/ H2 Level passes and 2 AO/H1 passes (including GP or Knowledge Inquiry) or a recognized local polytechnic diploma
- A good overall International Baccalaureate Diploma score
- Having a Diploma in Special Education (DISE) would be advantageous
- Will be required to attend Diploma in Special Education (DISE) once hired
- A heart to serve in the special needs sector
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
ROLE
The role of Speech and Language Therapist involves assessing clients, planning interventions, implementing therapy plans, evaluating progress in accordance with the given service delivery model for clients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in the assigned programme. The role also requires conducting caregiver education and teachers training, to equip them with the necessary strategies and skills in supporting the clients learning and development.
The role requires working collaboratively in a transdisciplinary team comprising of other professionals, teachers, and caregivers for maximising the clients’ skills towards independence and active participation in natural settings. The job scope also entails assisting senior colleagues in projects, specialised clinics, research work, performing departmental operational tasks, and participating in continuing education. The individual should possess effective communication, organisation, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors or Masters in Speech and Language Pathology or Therapy from a recognised university
- Full Registration under AHPC, or eligible for registration under the Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore
- A heart and passion to serve in the community sector
For interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified on the outcome of the job application.
ROLE
The role of Senior Speech Therapist involves assessing clients, planning therapy interventions, implementing therapy plans, and evaluating progress, in accordance with the given service delivery model for clients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in the assigned programme.
In addition, the role includes providing supervision and mentoring to the entry-level speech and language pathologists, and clinical education for the students pursuing speech pathology programmes.
The job role also includes training teachers, parents, and volunteers involved in the treatment process, and educates clients and their caregivers. The role requires working collaboratively in transdisciplinary team comprising of other professionals, teachers, and caregivers for maximising the clients’ learning and development towards independence and active participation in natural settings. Further, undertaking, and guiding research projects, conducting specialised clinics and carrying out certain administrative responsibilities as directed by the head of the department also forms as a part of the job role.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors or Masters in Speech and Language Pathology or Therapy from a recognised university
- Full Registration under AHPC, with at least five years of clinical experience
- At least two years of direct experience in providing supervision and mentoring to entry-level and junior therapists, and / or students pursuing speech and language therapy
- Relevant knowledge and experience in working with children and young adults with special needs and a wide range of disabilities
- Experience in providing tele-consultation / intervention will be an added advantage
- A heart and passion to serve in the community sector
For interested applicants, please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified on the outcome of the job application.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct behavioural interventions such as emotional and behaviour management for children that hinder with learning.
- Conduct standardised and non-standardised, dynamic testing /initial screening assessment, progress monitoring, and relevant assessments to inform suitable placement (educational or vocational) to early intervention & Special school children
- Monitor intervention goals, plan and outcome for class or individual intervention
- Guide staff and parents in implementing emotional, learning and behavioural interventions, customised to needs of individual student
- Provide consultations to parents/caregivers/teachers
- Conduct parenting/ social skills/therapeutic groups for children and parent’s
- Conduct training for staff
- Participate in research and programme evaluation projects
- Keep proper records of all assessments, interventions.
- Maintain inventory of department and make recommendations for purchases of new materials and equipment.
- Participate actively in sub-committee meetings/Projects (some of which include Case & Review sub-committee & Professional Sub-committee etc) or any ad-hoc project
- Assist HOD in the administration of the department.
- Undertake any other responsibilities and duties as deemed necessary and beneficial for the Association to attain its Mission and Vision
REQUIREMENTS
- A Masters Degree in Educational Psychology.
- Relevant clinical experience with children and adolescents preferred
- Conversant in learning, emotion and social development skills, child development and classroom management skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary team
- Eligible for full membership with Singapore Psychological Society or registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists or Eligible for registration with APHRA/ HCPC/ APA
Interested applicants, please email a detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the outcome of the job application.
Responsibilities:
- To assist Speech Therapists during therapy sessions and in clinics
- To assist the Department in the administrative tasks and parent / caregiver / teacher training.
- To facilitate smooth running of the department.
- Develop competencies in basic handling skills of clients with special needs.
Requirements:
- Minimum GCE O Level completed.
- Certification in Therapy assistant course from HMI or certified in any therapy related WDA approved course / willing to complete certification after joining.
- Proficient in basic Microsoft word, power point, Excel.
- Maintain good housekeeping and safety standards.
- Good communication skill in verbal and written form.
- Willing to provide individual and group therapy under the supervision of the therapists.
- Prior VWO experience will be an advantage.
- A Heart to serve in the special needs sector.
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
OVERVIEW
Oversees the entire operation and the proper maintenance of the Day Activity Centre, based on the needs and the requirements specified by the Headquarters, National Council of Social Services, Ministry of Social & Family and other Government Ministries.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. General Operations
i) Establish guidelines and policies for the operations of the Day Activity Centre (“DAC”) - within the NCSS, Collective Agreement and Best Practices Guidelines and with the aim of improving efficiency, operations and morale of the staff and the trainees.
ii) Maintain inventory of all fixed assets of the DAC
iii) Establish Budgets, Goals & Deliverables
- Set short and long-term plans and deliverable goals in making the DAC a cost effective operations to add value for our trainees / clients.
- Review and endorse all budget submission.
- Review and analyse plans and goals and take appropriate actions to correct the situation.
iv) Staff and Support Staff Administration
- Supervise, coach and motivate current long-serving staff to improve work performance.
- Counselling and handling of staff grievances.
- Write open appraisal and performance with focus on Key Performance Indicators for direct staff.
- Review all staff appraisals submitted by the Business Units
- Encourage and recommend staff for training, deployment, re-training by attending conference and in upgrading their skill.
- Foster and encourage staff to participate in all activities organised by the Association including the Special School.
v) Clients Administration
- To work with DAC Executive to establish and commit to an overall plans to improve the lives and work of our clients, executed by the Training Officer.
- To ensure that DAC Executive maintains the clients’ profile, review their abilities and strength periodically
- Ensure viable contract transport system for the clients
vi) Attend / Organise Sub-Committee meeting
- Programme Sub-Committee
- Organise and co-ordinate with other departments in compiling information for the meeting
- As secretary taking minutes and follow-up on action items.
- Assessment and recommendation of new clients to the centre
- Establish and maintain admission criteria to the centre
- Highlight problem cases for review and possible corrective actions
- Other Sub-Committees or Projects
- As directed by the Executive Director
- By the National Council of Social Services and
- By Ministry of Social & Family
- Collaboration with vendors and or sponsors
vii) Association Annual General Meeting
- Write an annual report of DAC.
- Participate in the AGM as an ex-officio member
viii) Maintain a high profile and Image of the DAC
- Co-ordinate and attend to visitors from schools, various institutions, corporate companies etc. to raise profile of DAC.
- Participate in public talks and seminars to raise greater awareness and education on the needs of the trainees in our workshop.
- Get clearance from the Executive Director before giving any permission or talk to the external media.
- Write articles for the DAC for the Association’s newsletter with the aim of promoting awareness, educational and participation from the neighbourhood and volunteers.
2. DAC Physical Building / Facilities
i) Establish guidelines and policies with the aim of maintaining a high level of safety and cleanliness (hygienic) of the surrounding.
ii) Ensure that the facilities are properly maintained.
iii) Establish guidelines and policies for the use of the vehicles (both goods and passenger buses) to improve on the efficiency and operations in carrying out the functions required by the centre.
Requirements
· Degree/ Diploma graduate with considerable years of relevant working experience.
· Working experience in a VWO or vocational/ day rehabilitation center is a must.
· Familiar with the charity funding model.
· Strong interest and passion to serve people with multiple disabilities
· A good team-player who is also able to lead and work with cross functional teams to achieve project goals
Interested applicants please email details resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Overview:
The role of a General Maintenance Worker cum Driver - School West is to perform general logistic and minor maintenance work within School compound. The role will also provide transport services with high standard of safety and care for staff and students.
Responsibilities:
- Estate Maintenance Duties
- Respond to repair and maintenance requests, apply basic fixes within School compound. Including changing of light bulbs, faulty faucet and repairing of faulty cupboard lock and hinge,
- Assist with mitigating pest control measures, like placement and disposal of traps in School,
- Escalate to Admin and Ops Manager for maintenance issues that cannot be resolved locally.
- General Operational Duties
- Assist with logistical set up for ad hoc events like moving of tables and chairs,
- Assist in distribution of ad hoc donation items or packs to students in School,
- Assist in transfer of bulky items during periodic disposal of bulky items
- Assist in daily transport bay duties, including transferring of students on wheelchair and ensuring students disembark from School Transport Buses safely
- Driver Duties
- Responsible for transport of staff / students to and from assigned venue / activities safely, according to assigned schedule.
- Assist students to board and disembark safely from vehicle during transport duties
- Assist with dispatch of documents or equipment to student homes and office where required
- Comply with LTA Government Authority’s traffic and parking rules while executing driver duties.
- Vehicle maintenance.
- Upkeep vehicle in good serviceable condition always, report any defects immediately,
- Clean and wash assigned vehicle,
- Coordinate maintenance, servicing, and repair of vehicle with Admin and Ops Manager.
- Others
- Staff will be assigned to assist in classrooms during lull period where no maintenance and driver duties are assigned.
- Undertake any other duties as assigned by Principal, Vice-Principal and Admin and Ops Manager
Requirements:
- Must have a Class 3 Driving License and clean driving record, Class 4 Driving License advantageous
- A team player with good interpersonal, organisation and communication skills
- Good work attitude and a strong desire to serve the community
Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Overview:
Responsible for the training and care of all assigned GROW trainees, and maintain a high standard of the sheltered workshop activities, premises and facilities.
Responsibilities:
General Work Management
- Plan, support and implement programmes and services of GROW, in consultation with GROW Executives and Manager.
- Carry out the workshop routine administration and supervise/manage operational matters.
- Ensure that workshop rules pertaining to personal safety, procedure in handling of work hazards and prescribed training procedures are adhered to by staff and trainees. This includes carrying planning and carrying out emergency evacuation procedures for trainees/staff.
- Carry out proper and regular housekeeping of work site and facilities; do regular inventory checking and recording of procedures/protocols; perform regular equipment maintenance duties, and ensure cleanliness and tidiness of work and storage areas.
Trainees’ Performance and Welfare
- Develop Individual Training Plan (ITP) for trainees assigned based on their capability and skills, and carry out activities for trainees based on their ITP.
- Maintain proper and clear accounts of income, expenditures and work done from operations of assigned projects in GROW
- Maintain proper system and record of administration of trainees’ ITP; attendance and training programme records; and other administrative records in accordance to the Programme Evaluation System / Best Practice Guidelines.
- Ensure the welfare of trainees, referring any inappropriate client behaviour or welfare needs to the appropriate professional service for intervention.
- Ensure the safety, attendance, punctuality and welfare of trainees at the workshop and other areas (such as during travelling /outings). Ensure that trainees are supervised at all times during outdoor activities.
- Liaise with parents/guardians of trainees pertaining to the trainees’ management.
- Preserve confidentiality of trainee information at all times.
Requirements:
- Have ‘A’ level or Diploma graduate from relevant discipline
- Have good organization skills.
- Have a compassionate and patient personality.
- Certified training in Social Services or Disability Studies is an added advantage.
- Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage.
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Overview
Maintain a high standard of the training and care of all trainees and of the sheltered workshop activities, premises and facilities.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Workshop Instructor (WI) in basic hygiene/sanitary care duties and looking after trainees.
- Report to the WI on all matters concerning the welfare, safety, and security of trainees.
- Assist in the supervision of trainees, ensuring the general welfare of the trainees.
- Assist trainees to board and disembark from vans.
- Supervise the daily food preparation (for breaks and lunch) for trainees.
- Supervise the trainees in their work, such as distribution of workload, giving them training/guidance and assisting them in their work.
- Ensure that sheltered workshop rules pertaining to personal safety, work hazards and prescribed training procedures are adhered to by staff and trainees.
- Carry out proper and regular housekeeping of work site and facilities; perform regular equipment maintenance duties, and ensure cleanliness and tidiness of work and storage areas.
- Work as a team and participate positively and actively in the quality service delivery in line with the mission, goals and objectives of the Association.
Requirements:
- Must be physically fit to carry logistic item
- Must be able to converse in simple English.
- Have a compassionate and patient personality.
- Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
ROLE
Maintain a high standard of hygiene in preparation and cooking of meals for students from School.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Cook are described below. This job description can be revised periodically, subject to the needs of the organisation.
- Manage food stocks including checking quantity and quality of food items.
- Prepare, cook and serve meals for student daily snack time.
- Ensure cleanliness, hygiene and safety standards are maintained at all times in the kitchen.
- Plan, manage and direct activities of trainees to clean the kitchen.
- Work as a team and participate positively and actively in the quality service delivery in line with the mission, goals and objectives of the Association.
REQUIREMENTS
- Be able to prepare, cook and present food to the highest standards.
- Have a good personal hygiene.
- Must be physically fit.
- Must be able to converse in simple English.
- Have a compassionate and patient personality.
- Experience in working with persons with special needs is an added advantage
Working Location: School West - 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297
Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
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Interested applicants please email detailed resume to: recruit_hr15@cpas.org.sg
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified on the outcome of his/her job application.
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