Student Discipline Officer |School |Woodlands
Job Description
Job Description & RequirementsThe SDO shall report to the school’s Head of Department (Student
Development) and School Leaders.
The SDO works closely with students, school staff, and external agencies
to provide timely support for at-risk students, and to promote a safe,
inclusive, and nurturing school culture grounded in positive discipline
and restorative practice.
A. Morning Engagement from 7am to 7.35am
• Be present in the canteen and open court during morning arrival to
build positive rapport with students.
• Observe student demeanour and flag any immediate concerns (e.g.
distressed students, unusual behaviour) to relevant Form Teachers
or Year Heads promptly.
• Support orderliness and noise management in the canteen during
the morning period.
B. Recess & Lunch Supervision
• Be on active lookout during recess and lunch periods in the canteen,
corridors, and common areas.
• Monitor student behaviour and intervene early to de-escalate
tensions or potential conflicts.
• Engage students proactively — mingling, mentoring, and building
rapport as part of a positive discipline presence.
• Document and report incidents observed during these periods to the
relevant Year Head on the same day.
C. Discipline Case Investigation & CCTV Support
• Assist staff in investigating discipline cases by reviewing CCTV
footage as part of fact-finding.
• Document a clear and factual summary of findings, including time,
location, persons involved, and the sequence of events.
• Document the outcome of each discipline case, including the actions
taken, consequences applied, and any follow-up measures agreed
upon.
• Ensure all case records — statements, CCTV findings, and
outcomes — are stored accurately and confidentially.
D. Restorative Practice
• Conduct restorative conversations with both victim(s) and
perpetrator(s) following discipline incidents.
• Work with Year Heads and Form Teachers to determine the
appropriate restorative intervention (e.g. restorative dialogue, circle,
or written agreement).
• Document the outcomes of restorative conversations and follow up
on agreed actions to monitor progress.
• Model and reinforce restorative language and approaches in day-to-
day student engagement.
E. At-Risk Student Support
• Assist in identifying, supporting, and monitoring students with social,
emotional, behavioural, or attendance concerns.
• Work closely with key personnel (e.g. Year Heads, Form Teachers,
School Counsellors, Student Welfare Officer) to develop appropriate
intervention plans.
• Provide case support including home visits where appropriate to
support student discipline and welfare.
• Maintain accurate case notes and documentation for student support
and engagement efforts, ensuring confidentiality.
• Assist in reporting and evaluation processes related to student
development outcomes.
F. After-School Programmes
The SDO supports two types of after-school programmes for students with
identified needs:
• After-School Detention (ASD) — a structured consequence for
students who have breached school rules, conducted with
consistency and firmness.
• Supervise students during detention, ensuring orderliness and
purposeful use of time.
• Maintain attendance records and follow up with parents/guardians of
students who are absent.
• After-School Intervention (ASI) — targeted programmes designed to
equip students with the skills and dispositions needed to make better
choices
• Monitor student attendance and document observations as
structured feedback for teachers.
• Work closely with Form Teachers and Year Heads to ensure
continuity between in-school support and after-school intervention.
G. Student Profiling & Collaboration
• Work closely with Student Development Department staff, Form
Teachers, and Subject Teachers to understand students’ profiles and
needs.
H. Patrol & Community Culture
• Conduct regular walkabouts within the school to maintain positive
discipline through observation, mingling, and mentoring.
• Engage in regular patrolling outside the school area after school from
1.30pm to 2.00pm to ensure the safety and discipline of students and
to infuse a positive community culture.
I. Administrative & Other Duties
• Maintain orderliness of classrooms and facilities used for after-
school programmes.
• Any other duties as assigned by Head of Department (Student
Development) and School Leaders.
