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Senior School Leidschenveen (SSL) is looking for a full time Head of German. The core purpose of this role is to provide academic leadership and support of the subject area within the school. The Head of Department is a champion for the subject and responsible for high quality delivery of teaching and exemplary learning, leading to full accountability for learning outcomes.

In the Modern Foreign Languages department all students can learn Dutch, French, German and Spanish. The department is lively and collaborative and the students we teach are motivated and ambitious. Excellent professional development opportunities are available, and participation is encouraged. We support a range of other languages within the faculty for students wishing to sit qualifications in other languages. All staff and learners are issued with devices as part of the school’s 1:1 initiative.

The role will initially be based at Senior School Leidschenveen and may require the candidate to work at another campus in the future.

The ideal candidate will have strong curriculum knowledge and a successful track record in teaching German up to post‑16 level. Experience and knowledge of teaching German as part of the English National Curriculum (KS3 and GCSE) and within the IBDP framework will be an advantage. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to lead effectively, and design and implement outstanding curricula in the subject areas. A willingness to fully subscribe to our school mission, Academic Excellence, Breadth of Experience and Character & Community (ABC) is fundamental to this appointment.

German is taught in mixed ability classes from Year 7, along with French, Spanish and Dutch. In Year 8 students choose two of French, Spanish and German to continue their studies. Students can select German at GCSE level and follow the Pearson course. In the last two years of school, German is available as part of the IBDP framework as either a Language A or B option.

• Innovate and lead change
• Set direction and plan
• Motivate and influence others
• Communicate effectively
• Use professional expertise and knowledge to drive professional development
• Value inclusion and differentiation
• Quality assurance and quality improvement
• Foster teams and teamwork
• Take a strategic view of the subject area and teaching within the whole school

The salary range for this position is €4 516,15 – €6 145,86 gross monthly, depending on experience. Additionally the candidate will receive a monthly responsibility allowance. All figures shown include the 9 % holiday allowance.

The BSN is an equal‑opportunities employer and is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All applicants are subject to a rigorous screening process that includes verification of qualifications, supervisory references and necessary police checks.