Health Care Officer

The British School in the Netherlands; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

The British School in the Netherlands is seeking a part-time Health Team member for Senior School Leidschenveen (SSL). The role is 20% time, 1 day per week (Friday), supporting over 310 students aged 11-18 with first aid, holistic care, and health planning.

The successful candidate must hold a current Nursing qualification registered with a governing body and ideally recent experience with children. The post offers a collaborative environment, professional development, and an internationally

Qualifications

• Current Nursing qualification with governing body re-registration and CPD requirements.
• First aid certification and child health knowledge are essential.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and health support to students.
• Holistic care planning and risk assessment.
• Liaise with staff and health team to ensure pupil well-being.
• Maintain confidential health records and documentation.

Skills

Nursing qualification

First aid

Experience with children

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

We have a vacancy to join the Health Team at Senior School Leidschenveen (SSL). This is a part‑time role (20%), 1 day per week (7hrs - Friday).

About The BSN

The British School in The Netherlands (BSN) is a leading international school, fostering an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for students from diverse cultural backgrounds. At BSN, we take pride in providing a high standard of education, blending the best of British and Dutch traditions, and promoting excellence in all areas of learning.

Our campus

The post is part of a whole school health and wellbeing team. At our SSL campus, the Health and Wellbeing Team consists of one other Health Care Officer and two School Counsellors who work with the Key Stage Coordinators 3 and 4, and Head of Year 12 and 13 to provide health and pastoral support. The post involves supporting over 310 students, aged 11-18, providing first aid, holistic support, care planning, trip medical risk assessment and multidisciplinary liaison, keeping the student at the centre of the care.

We can offer a supportive working environment through experienced colleagues, an established continual Professional Development programme and the possibility of experience on other BSN sites.

About You

The applicant must have a current Nursing qualification through a governing body who require regular re‑registration linked to professional development and ideally recent experience working with children and with first aid. The successful candidate will also be expected to actively contribute to the school's commitment to the promotion of a safe and healthy environment for pupils and staff.

At the BSN you can expect to be working with motivated pupils and talented professionals, in a truly international environment.

The salary range for this position is 3496,85 - 4357,71 gross EUR monthly (full‑time), depending on experience. All figures shown are including the 9% holiday allowance.

The closing date for applications

Friday, 2nd October 2026 at 10:00.

Start date

December 2026, the contract is for a 1 year fixed period.

Please note only applicants with the right to work in the Netherlands will be considered for this role.

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), checks on social media accounts and obtaining current and previous Police Checks. For the majority of positions, initial video interviews will be conducted via Cammio. Any employment gaps in your application will be addressed during interview. As one of Europe’s 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 where our Professional Development Academy and Central Services teams are based. Careers at BSN are challenging, rewarding and there’s a real opportunity to make a difference. You’ll work 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.