The British School in the Netherlands is looking for a full-time Key Stage 3 Coordinator from September 2026. This is a role which will have pastoral and academic oversight of Years 7-9 and the successful applicant will lead a team of tutors providing excellent pastoral care.

The successful candidate must be a team player with a good sense of humour patient caring calm and firm but fair.

The role will initially be based at Senior School Leidschenveen (SSL) and may require the candidate to work in another campus in the future). SSL is a three form entry school with each year group made up of a maximum of 72 pupils. You will lead and manage nine form tutors holding regular meetings and contributing to pastoral meetings. You will be familiar with the issues and challenges faced by young people and demonstrate that you have the people skills required when dealing with parents. Evidence that you have equipped yourself for this challenging post through professional development and experience would be an advantage.

As Key Stage 3 Coordinator you will have a sound knowledge of the curriculum and be able to support and guide students and parents through the transition and option choice procedure.

You will lead and arrange year group assemblies help with arrangements for school events and support the extra-curricular activities programme. You will be prepared to attend CPD feeding back to colleagues and leading pastoral development.

You will work closely with the Key Stage 4 Coordinator and Head of Yr12 and 13 who are all led by a the pastoral Assistant Headteacher and supported by the School Counsellors and healthcare addition you will join our safeguarding team as one of the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads. Any necessary training will be provided.

There is a teaching commitment associated with this post so candidates are asked to indicate their specialist subject area in the application. Ability to offer Chemistry Maths PE Business BTEC Italian German or Dutch may be an advantage.

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Work alongside Senior Leaders other pastoral leaders Heads of PSHE AEN EAL and our Healthcare professionals.

• Work collaboratively with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and the other deputy DSLs to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students.

• Work with DSLs from other BSN campuses as part of the whole school safeguarding team.

• Yr 9 GCSE option process.

• Yr 6 to 7 Transition.

• Organisation of celebration events.

• Report checking and analysis.

• Lead and arrange year group assemblies.

• Support the CCA programme for the relevant year groups.

Application Process:

If you are excited by what you have read so far please follow these steps to apply for this role:

1. Please download and complete theApplication Formon your desktop.

2. Then submit it by clicking on the Apply button below where you will also be able to upload the Application Form as well as any other documentation you feel will support your application. Your letter of motivation should be addressed to Duncan King Deputy Headteacher.

3. Should you have any questions regarding the application process please contact us at .

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Important: Please do not send documents directly to the schools or submit CVs as these will not be considered. Only Application Forms submitted via this platform will be reviewed.

The closing date for applications: Monday 26thJanuary at 12:00 hrs CEST.

Start date: September 2026

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to appoint and close the advert before the deadline if we find an exceptional candidate.

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 employers) 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 addressed during interview.

As one of Europes leading British international schools the BSN is a vibrant diverse and well-established yet innovative employer. We have 4 school campuses in and around The Hague. Careers at BSN are challenging rewarding and theres a real opportunity to make a difference. Youll teach motivated students within a thriving community of more than 80 different nationalities (students and staff). We offer competitive salaries attractive benefits and we recognise that our staff deserve excellent professional development opportunities and support.

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