Senior Leader – Learning and Teaching
The British School in The Netherlands, Junior School Diamanthorst
Netherlands
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- August 2018
- Apply by:
- 22 February 2018
Job overview
If you are an ambitious senior leader who would like to develop and hone your leadership skills before taking that courageous step to a Deputy or Headship position, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for an inspirational, experienced leader and teacher to join our Junior School Diamanthorst (JSD), in The Hague. The JSD Senior Leadership Team take responsibility for ensuring the provision of the best possible curriculum, progress and achievement and wellbeing, for all of our students, through high quality learning, enrichment, innovation and collaboration. This is a full time position with an 80% teaching responsibility, beginning in August 2018.
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate proven school leadership experience that has had a significant impact on the whole school, within a UK or international primary setting. Above anything else, is your uncompromising passion for teaching and belief that you can make the necessary contribution to ensure the best start for every student, both in leading teaching and by taking whole school leadership responsibilities.
As a Senior Leader, you will:
- be an inspirational and talented teacher with a proven track record of improving outcomes for students
- be a courageous school leader, who is prepared to question practices in the school such that all students receive a world-class educational experience
- take a leading role in continuing to develop a consistent pedagogy across JSD and work closely with the other campuses to develop this across the BSN
- be an excellent role model for staff and students
- liaise effectively with parents, staff, governors and the wider community
- understand the importance of assessment data and use this to track progress and attainment of all students and using this to help create strategy for our next steps
- have excellent interpersonal skills
Our commitment to you:
- more than 330 exceptional students who deserve a teacher and leader who will go the extra mile to ensure they succeed
- a welcoming school community with excellent facilities
- continuous high quality professional learning within a dynamic and supportive staff team
- the challenge and opportunity to take a pivotal role in the BSN’s journey towards being a world-class school
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 attractive salaries & benefits. If you are motivated by what you have read so far, please apply directly via our website:
https://bsn.homerun.co/senior-leader-learning-teaching/en
Position start date: 20 August 2018
The closing date for applications is 22 February 2018
Final interviews are likely to take place on Friday 16 March 2018, in The Netherlands
About The British School in The Netherlands, Junior School Diamanthorst
- The British School in The Netherlands, Junior School Diamanthorst
- Saffierhorst 117
- Den Haag
- 2592 GH
- Netherlands
We aim to help children understand the value of both work and leisure, and encourage them to become confident, happy individuals. We provide a secure, stimulating, and challenging learning environment where each child is respected as an individual. We aspire to meet the educational needs of all our children by setting high standards and encouraging them to be confident in generating high, yet realistic expectations for themselves.
School assemblies and ‘special’ events form a major part of school life as a way for us to celebrate success. Parental involvement in school life is encouraged and we look forward to welcoming you into our community!
TEACHING AT THE BSN
With small classes, motivated students, outstanding classroom support and excellent facilities, our staff are free to truly teach.
The BSN is a well-established school with a strong reputation and consistently outstanding exam results. At the same time, standards are modern and our culture is one of innovation and continuous improvement.
Our Ed Tech strategy provides the best tools for great learning to occur and ensures the learning benefits are firmly in focus. Beyond the classroom, students benefit from an extensive range of co-curricular activities, trips and visits.
LIVING IN THE NETHERLANDS
In the Netherlands, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to meet new people and socialise. The Netherlands offers a high standard of living with a good work/life balance.
The Netherlands is safe and stable, with well-connected transportation and good infrastructure.
There is a strong sporting tradition, but be warned, the weather is not always predictable! Fortunately, there are plenty of museums to visit when it rains, especially for the art enthusiast.
DEVELOP & LEARN
We provide a world-class range of opportunities through our International Leadership Academy and The BSN Language Centre to provide continued professional development to all staff. There are many opportunities for staff to advance their career with a position of responsibility. Staff members can benefit from coaching or even by becoming a mentor themselves. As part of a thriving community of 80+ nationalities, there is a lot to learn from peers and students.
DIVERSITY & EQUALITY
The BSN is committed to diversity and equal opportunities for all of its staff and students. We have recently established a dedicated cross-campus diversity and equality working group for our staff and parents.
We encourage and invite candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for our vacancies.
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