Junior School Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) – Full Time

Britams; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The British School of Amsterdam is seeking a Junior School Class Teacher on a maternity cover basis. The role is full time, five days per week, with a start around November 2026 and a commitment through July 2027.

We require a fully qualified teacher with QTS, experience of the English National Curriculum, and strong commitment to safeguarding and pastoral care. The successful candidate will work within a supportive international school community and contribute to a high-quality, inclusive

Qualifications

• Fully qualified teacher with QTS or equivalent.
• Minimum three years’ experience teaching the National Curriculum for England.
• Experience with EAL and learners with additional needs in mainstream classrooms.
• Experience using a range of assessment tools to drive pupil progress.
• Experience leading a curriculum subject or development initiative.
• Experience in an international school is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach and review high-quality lessons, inspiring every child to love learning and make progress.
• Provide pastoral care, safeguarding and well-being for all pupils.
• Develop strong relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Collaborate to plan and review year-group schemes of learning.
• Support and guide Teaching Assistants to deliver high-quality classroom support.
• Create a safe, organized classroom environment and promote independence.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

EAL experience

Pastoral care

ICT in classroom

Safeguarding

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified teacher with QTS

Job description

Junior School Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Full Time

The British School of Amsterdam

Netherlands

• New
• Quick apply

Job type: Full Time, Fixed Term Start date: 2 November 2026 Apply by: 2 October 2026

Job overview

We are looking for a Junior School Class Teacher to join us full-time, 1 FTE, five days a week Monday to Friday. The role is for a maternity leave cover and ideally will run from November 2026 to July 2027.

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 parents
• Work closely with team members to plan, deliver and review cohesive short and medium term plans / schemes of learning, which are consistent across the Year Group
• Collaborate effectively with Teaching Assistants, and support, guide and enable them to provide high quality support for all pupils in the classroom
• Make appropriate provision for pupils with additional needs and English language learners (in partnership with Learning Support & EAL teams)
• Create and sustain a safe, organised and purposeful classroom environment where resources are organised and accessible, promotion children’s independence
• Promote consistent, positive behaviour at all times
• Maintain assessment records and report on pupil progress to senior leaders and to parents/carers, in accordance with school policy
• Take a positive, proactive part in the wider life of the school e.g. delivering assemblies, supervising playtime or lunchtime, supporting educational visits including residential camps (where applicable), leading an extracurricular activity, preparing for year group shows
• Participate actively in staff meetings and other training sessions
• Take responsibility and show commitment to continued professional development
• Support and uphold the mission, vision and values of the School

This job description provides a summary of the expected roles and responsibilities of the post holder. These responsibilities are not an exhaustive list. The post holder will be required to be a champion for innovation and continuous improvement and, with it, demonstrate a flexible approach to their role.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience

• Fully qualified teacher with QTS or equivalent
• Minimum three years’ experience of teaching the National Curriculum for England
• Experience with English language learners or a desire to broaden his/her experience and skills in EAL teaching and learning strategies
• Experience of teaching children with additional needs within a mainstream classroom
• Experience of using a range of assessment tools to drive pupil progress & attainment
• Experience of leading a curriculum subject or an aspect of curriculum development
• Experience working in an international school (advantageous)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A positive approach to professional development
• Strong subject knowledge in core and foundation subjects at junior level
• Embodies kindness, empathy, and positivity when communicating
• Excellent organisational and classroom skills including confident use of ICT
• Commitment to safeguarding, pupil well-being, and to providing exceptional pastoral care
• Excellent organisation and time management skillsExperience of working as part of a successful, supportive team
• Ability to work within and apply all school policies e.g. child protection, health & safety, behaviour and assessment

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.

The British School of Amsterdam is a premium British international school, providing world-class teaching and quality education since 1978. We offer the best in British education to over 1,100 pupils enrolled at the school across three sections: Early Years (3-6 years), Juniors (6-11 years) and Seniors (11-18 years).

We are, proudly, a non-selective school with high expectations of all pupils. In a recent BSO inspection report, the school was described as “.. providing high quality education, much of which is outstanding”. As a school, we seek to develop inquiring, imaginative, fascinated, knowledgeable and caring young people with an eagerness for knowledge and a sense of value.

With more than 230 employees working in the school, our staff is the school's greatest asset. Together, we are committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for our team, and share in a commitment to providing the best possible education for the children in our care.

We are accredited by the UK Government as a British School Overseas (BSO) offering the Curriculum for England including GCSEs and A-Levels, and proud members of COBIS (Council of British International Schools), HMC (The Head's Conference), and AoBSO (Association of British Schools Overseas).

Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes' Fair Recruitment Policy .