Teacher - Economics with Business - September 2025

We're seeking a dynamic and passionate teacher of Economics & Business, to join the teaching team in our school located in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The start date is September 2025.

Responsible for teaching Economics with Business to students up to A-Level, this role will involve working as a Form Tutor in our pastoral team, and may include teaching classes in Key Stage 3. The successful candidate should have a recognised teaching qualification (ideally a B.Ed. and/or PGCE), and at least four years' experience of teaching GCSE and A Level subject classes, ideally in a UK school or an international school environment.

Role and Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality teaching, learning & curriculum development across Key Stages  
• Create a stimulating class environment
• Develop appropriate and differentiated schemes of work from Key Stage 4 & 5, for the teaching of Economics & Business
• Plan & prepare courses for assigned timetabled classes and groups
• Monitor & track pupils’ achievements at regular intervals, as required
• Ensure effective teaching of the subject, including evaluation of teaching and quality standards, and pupils’ achievements
• Keep up to date with subject development & take part in regular in-service training
• Participate in preparing pupils for internal & external examinations
• Make provision for students of differing ability in all subjects
• Provide opportunities for digital technology within the curriculum
• Create a culture of achievement, where students aspire to do their best
• Perform the role of a Form Tutor, working closely with the pastoral team to provide care and support for the well-being of pupils/students
• Take part in review, development & management of activities relating to the curriculum and organisation of the school
• Participate in faculty & other meetings relating to curriculum and the school
• Consult and liaise with parents & attend meetings arranged for that purpose    
• Participate in professional development and training, as required    
• Develop & deliver extra-curricular activities & opportunities across the Key Stages, as required
• Work collaboratively with other members of the school
• Identify appropriate resources for the subject, including off-site facilities and the use of school residential trips
• Develop and implement subject policies, plans, target, and practices within the context of the school's aims and policies
• Participate in the break duty roster, as assigned
• Undertake cover duties for colleagues, as assigned

Essential experience, skills and abilities

• Recognised teaching qualifications (e.g. PGCE / QTS, and/or B.Ed.)    
• Minimum four years’ teaching experience in the UK for the British curriculum including GCSEs and A levels, or in an international school  environment
• Strong EduTech & IT skills
• Experience of teaching pupils with English as an additional language
• Enthusiasm that inspires others
• The desire to work in an international school environment

Desirable experience, skills and abilities

• Experience of teaching another subject at Key Stage 3

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 for applications is Monday, 24 February 2025.

About our School

The British School of Amsterdam is a leading international school, providing world-class learning for children from 3 to 18 years. We follow an enhanced version of the National Curriculum for England, including GCSE and A Levels, and we have over 1,100 pupils enrolled across three school sections: Early Years School (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 to our students.

Safeguarding

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in 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, and overseas checks (where appropriate).

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

The British School of Amsterdam is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, 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.