Lead Teacher of Music

We are currently looking for a Lead Teacher of Music to join our Junior School Vlaskamp (JSV) campus in a beautiful city of The Hague from August 2023. The position is full-time and offered on a one-year fixed-term contract (with the possibility to extend).

The British School in The Netherlands is among the leading British international schools in Europe and the oldest non-for-profit international school in The Netherlands. Established in 1931, and set on four stunning campuses, the BSN has a reputation for providing an outstanding education to over 2,000 students aged 3 to 18 years representing over 80 nationalities. The BSN is non-selective and an innovative role model in promoting high-quality educational practices both in school and remotely.

Our JSV campus opened in 1997 and is a four-form entry primary school and there are around 550 students.

Life in The Netherlands:

The Netherlands is one of the most welcoming of all EU member countries to professionals working abroad and is a very pleasant country in which to live and work. The Netherlands regularly tops surveys on child wellbeing. The working language of The BSN is English. The Dutch are excellent linguists and English is widely spoken by around 70% of the population. 

Transport services and connections are excellent - our campuses are located in The Hague, just 30 or so minutes from Amsterdam Schiphol airport, or in the other direction, from the Hoek of Holland ferry terminal. Public transport is fast, reliable and generally good value for money, but many choose the truly Dutch option of cycling, making good use of the highly developed network of cycle paths. 

There is much more you can find out about the school and living in The Netherlands from our website - www.britishschool.nl.  

The role:

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to a lead a small dedicated team, and to teach motivated and resilient students in an exciting and well-resourced department. The role covers Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

What’s expected:

You must be an experienced Music Teacher and have knowledge of the English National Curriculum.

The Music Department has a tradition of being a vibrant and successful part of our school with regular performances taking place throughout the year so there is an expectation to support the breadth of opportunities through delivering activities beyond the curriculum and working day.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic and positive professional who can combine their experience of and passion for the music curriculum with the ability to inspire our students and enhance a talented team. You will be an enthusiastic classroom practitioner with the skills and determination to ensure exciting learning and outstanding academic progress for students of all abilities.

What we offer:

At the BSN you can expect to be working with motivated pupils, state-of-the-art facilities and talented teaching professionals, who are passionate about children and learning.  We offer excellent CPD opportunities for our staff plus very attractive salaries & benefits (including relocation).  

Application process:

If you are motivated by what you have read so far, please apply below by uploading your CV and a letter of application addressed to Claire Waller, Headteacher, explaining your experience to date.

Please note: applications without a letter of motivation will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is 5pm (CET) Friday, 24th February 2023

Interviews will be held sometime in March 2023

Please note:

•  Long-listed candidates will undertake a Cammio video interview.
• Short-listed candidates may be expected to travel to the Hague for the final interview.
•  Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to appoint and close the advert before the deadline if we find an exceptional candidate.

Safer Recruitment:

The BSN is an equal opportunities employer and is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All applicants are subject to a rigorous screening process that includes: verification of qualifications; obtaining two supervisory references (including current employer's) and obtaining current and previous Police Checks. For the majority of positions, initial video interviews will be conducted via Cammio. Any employment gaps in CVs will be addressed during the interview.

As one of Europe’s leading British international schools, the BSN is a vibrant, diverse and well-established yet innovative employer. We have 4 school campuses in and around The Hague. Careers at BSN are challenging and rewarding and there’s a real opportunity to make a difference. You’ll work within a thriving community of more than 80 different nationalities (students and staff). We offer competitive salaries and attractive benefits and we recognise that our staff deserve excellent professional development opportunities and support.

For more information, please view our campuses or take our virtual tour.