Teacher - English (Senior School)

We are looking for an experienced Teacher of English for our Senior School, with experience of teaching English across Key Stage 3 & 4, and up to A level. This is an urgent requirement, with a preferred start date of end October 2023, after half-term break.

The British School of Amsterdam is an independent, co-educational, non-profit day school providing world-class learning for children from 3 to 18 years, with over 1,100 pupils enrolled across Early Years School (ages 3-6 years), Junior School (6-11 years), and Senior School (11-18 years). Our school is committed to providing the best of British international education, and the nurturing, inspiring, and empowering of students to achieve their full potential.

Purpose of the Role

The post holder will be responsible for teaching English across KS3 & KS4, and A levels, and to be able to deliver high-quality lessons and support students to achieve their best. The role also involves working as a Form Tutor in our pastoral team, and teaching PSHE as required.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Plan and prepare curriculum for assigned timetabled classes and groups

· Develop appropriate and differentiated schemes of work to ensure aims & objectives for the teaching of English are delivered

· Monitor and track pupils’ achievements

· Sustain effective teaching of the subject, evaluate the quality of teaching, standards of pupils’ achievements, and set targets for improvement

· Ensure discipline and safety of all pupils in the assigned groups and classes

· Deliver quality teaching and learning as well as curriculum development across the Key Stages

· Keep up-to-date on subject development and take part in in-service training

· Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for internal and external examinations

· Make provision for pupils of differing ability in all subjects

· Create a stimulating class environment that promotes effective teaching and learning

· Provide opportunities for the use of digital technology within the curriculum

· Create a culture of achievement where students wish to do their best

· Perform the roles and responsibilities of a Form tutor and work closely with the pastoral team to support the well-being of pupils

· Teach PSHE as part of the pastoral support program

· Demonstrate an enthusiastic and committed approach to extra-curricular activities

· Take part in the review, development, and management of activities relating to the curriculum and organization of the school, including departmental meetings

· Consult and liaise with parents and attend meetings

· Participate in professional development and training as required

· Be involved in the development and delivery of extra-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities across the Key Stages

· Work collaboratively with other members of the school, both within the curriculum and beyond

· Identify appropriate resources for the subject and ensure they are used efficiently, effectively, and safely. This includes off-site facilities and school residential trips.

· Develop and implement subject policies, plans, targets, and practices within the context of the school’s aims and policies

· Participate in break duty rota, as assigned

· Undertake cover duties for colleagues as assigned

The post holder will be required to be a champion for innovation and continuous improvement and, with it, demonstrate a flexible approach to their role.

Person Specification

Essential experience, skills and abilities

· UK qualified teacher, with a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE or a B.Ed.)

· Minimum three years’ teaching experience, preferably in a UK School or in an international school for the British curriculum, including GCSEs and A levels

· Experience of teaching English across all Key Stages

· Experience of teaching pupils with English as an additional language

· The ability to work with a range of pupils at all levels

· Excellent communication skills

· Good humoured and positive, with good interpersonal skills

· Enthusiasm that inspires others

· Proficient IT skills

· A desire to work in an international school environment

· This teaching position is not suitable for NQTs

Applications process

Candidates should use the TES application process. Applications should include a covering letter, addressed to the Principal, Mrs Ruth Sanderson, and the contact details for two referees. The closing date is Monday, 11 September 2023. Interviews will proceed before the closing date and it is recommended that applicants submit their application as soon as possible.

Safeguarding

The British School of Amsterdam is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The offer of the role will be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks including background checks overseas (where appropriate).

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI)

The British School of Amsterdam is committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our pupils and wider society and leads to a cognitive diversity which promotes excellence in all areas.