Teacher of Physics
British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
Netherlands
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 26 January 2018
Job overview
We are looking for a full-time Teacher of Physics to join our Senior School in Voorschoten, just outside of The Hague from September 2018. The successful candidate will be a fully qualified teacher with knowledge of the English National Curriculum. Experience of teaching A-level or IB is also
desirable.
The Science Faculty is housed in ten well-resourced laboratories, served by three preparation rooms. All laboratories have digital projectors and interactive whiteboards. Students each have a MS Surface Pro.
Within the Science Faculty, each discipline is encouraged to flourish and make its own identifiable contribution. Currently, Science is taught by one teacher per form in Years 7 and 8 as a combined course following a KS3 programme of study. In Years 9 to 11, the three sciences are taught separately by subject-specialists. In Years 10 and 11 approximately half the cohort follow AQA Separate Sciences with the remainder following AQA Trilogy Science.
The Physics Department has followed the Edexcel specification at A-Level very successfully for many years and has recently enjoyed success in the IB Diploma. A significant number of candidates are entered each year for leading Universities in a variety of countries including England, the Netherlands and the USA to read Physics and Engineering. In addition, a number of students take part in the Physics Olympiad.
The excellent results achieved by the department speak for themselves, but they also contribute to the popularity of the Physics post-16, with the department regularly achieving 100% A* - C at GCSE; over 40% A*/A in A level Physics and 50% 7/6/5 for Higher Level IB. At present, around 80 students, both boys and girls, are studying Physics at sixth form level, with majority taking A level, a similar number is expected each year.
The Science Faculty comprises twenty-one full and part-time teaching and technical staff. All members of the Faculty are encouraged to play a full role in its development (e.g. contributing to the writing and revising schemes of work). The Physics Department currently comprises a Head of Department and three full time physicists, and dedicated technician support.
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 view our recruitment brochure to find out
more about teaching at The BSN:
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 26 January 2018
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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