Teacher – English (maternity cover)
British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
Netherlands
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- 30/08/2017
- Apply by:
- 29 April 2017
Job overview
We are currently looking for a full-time teacher of English to join our Senior School in Voorschoten from August 30 2017. This is a temporary position providing a period of maternity cover for 1 year, teaching in Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. It is essential that candidates are fully qualified teachers. Experience in teaching IB English Literature is desirable, as is knowledge of the National Curriculum.
We are looking for someone to be a full-time member of a team of professionals who work in a lively and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be keen to promote English and Drama within the school both inside and beyond the classroom and will have the ability to inspire students with an enthusiasm for learning.
Since English and Drama are taught at Key Stage 3 across the faculty, some experience of teaching Drama would be advantageous, but not essential. We are a 1 to 1 iPad school and therefore you will be expected to develop the use of mobile technology in your teaching to enhance student learning and creativity. There will also be opportunities to develop this new and exciting use of technology with parents and staff and to work with the Director of e-Learning to help embed it across all areas of the school.
At the BSN you can expect to be working with motivated pupils, state of the art facilities and talented teaching professionals, who promote excellence in all aspects of the school. We provide a holistic education and with our international setting, instil, in all our students, open-mindedness, tolerance, integrity and an enjoyment of life. We offer excellent CPD opportunities for our staff plus attractive salaries & benefits. If you are motivated by what you have read so far, please view our recruitment brochure for further details: https://www.bsngateway.nl/sites/ext/hrpages/Documents/Teaching%20at%20SSV_FINAL.pdf
If you would like to join our team please apply direct via our website: www.britishschool.nl/vacancies
The closing date for applications is 30 April 2017
Interview date: Week beginning 01/05/2017 (via online video interview)
Final Interview date: Week beginning 15/05/2017 (in The Netherlands)
About British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
- British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
- Jan van Hooflaan 3
- Voorschoten
- 2252 BG
- Netherlands
Senior School Voorschoten is a thriving educational community where there is opportunity for all students to excel in a wide range of studies and activities. We have high expectations of our students and aim to equip them with the skills, qualifications and experience to be successful in the next phase of their lives.
We believe it is important that students can demonstrate engagement, imagination, and creativity in their work, which we encourage them to do through our broad curriculum and extensive enrichment programme.
We work tirelessly to ensure that teaching is of the highest quality and that learning is both interesting and fulfilling. At the BSN we value the individuality of all students whilst fostering teamwork and collective approaches to success.
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
Our aim is to provide clear and transparent information regarding our commitment to professional development and the opportunities available for our staff in line with the future needs of our organisation.
Our Professional Development opportunities are structured into five key areas:
- Career Development Pathway
- Learning Communities
- Mandatory Training & Qualifications
- School-based Professional Development
- Peer and Self-guided Development
At the BSN we are dedicated and committed to enhance your professional growth. We look forward to supporting your development journey at the BSN.
Next to our Professional Development Academy we provide a variety of professional development opportunities om campus, Dutch language courses and workshops on health and well-being for our staff.
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 address during interview.
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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