Teacher - Physics
British School in the Netherlands, Senior School Voorschoten
Netherlands
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 26 March 2017
Job overview
We are currently looking for a full-time Teacher of Physics to join our Senior School in Voorschoten, just outside of The Hague from September 2017. The successful candidate will be a fully qualified teacher with knowledge of the English National Curriculum. This is a full-time post teaching A-Level and the IB Diploma – we are also looking for candidates who can teach Chemistry up to GCSE.
The Science Faculty is housed in ten well-resourced laboratories, three preparation rooms and has access to a suite of laptops. All laboratories have digital projectors and interactive whiteboards and all student have an iPad.
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 Science and Additional Science.
The Physics Department has followed the Edexcel specification at A-Level very successfully for many years and has also 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.
At present Physics is a popular choice at sixth form level. 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, two full time physicists, and one part time physicists.
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 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 26/03/2017
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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