About this role
Safeguarding
The British School of Amsterdam is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The offer of the role will be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks including background checks overseas (where appropriate).
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
The British School of Amsterdam is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our pupils and wider society and leads to a cognitive diversity which promotes excellence in all areas.
Organisation Context
Direct Reports
None
Line Manager
Head of School
Purpose of the Job
The primary objective of the Junior School Class Teacher is to take responsibility for the academic and personal development of a designated class of children, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment and providing a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum to deliver the best outcomes for all children.
Vision
Forward looking, forward thinking. The best that British international education can offer. A thriving school community which nurtures, inspires and empowers everyone to be the very best they can be.
The Junior School Class Teacher’s responsibilities include:
● Actively supporting and promoting the vision, ethos and positive culture of The British School of Amsterdam
● Seeking opportunities to develop and embed the vision’s ‘three pillars’ with all stakeholders: to nurture, to inspire, and to empower
Specific Responsibilities
Plan, teach and review high-quality lessons, inspiring every child to love learning, to attain high standards, and to make excellent progress
Take responsibility for the pastoral care, well-being, and safeguarding of all pupils, in accordance with school policy
Develop excellent relationships with pupils, colleagues, and p