Job Description
Summary:
Key Stage 3 Coordinator sought for a dynamic school in the Netherlands.
About the School:
A school committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and student welfare, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and a supportive community.
The Opportunity:
As a Key Stage 3 Coordinator, you will provide academic and pastoral leadership for Years 7-9, supporting students through key transitions and ensuring their overall wellbeing. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student success and development within a forward-thinking institution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and support a team of nine form tutors, ensuring effective pastoral care and academic guidance.
- Coordinate and lead year group assemblies, school events, and extra-curricular activities.
- Oversee the Year 9 GCSE option process and the Year 6 to 7 transition.
- Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Deputy DSLs to ensure student safety and wellbeing.
- Support the CCA programme and contribute to pastoral meetings and development.
- Analyse report data and provide insights to support student progress.
- Attend and contribute to CPD sessions, sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Collaborate with Senior Leaders, PSHE, EAL, and Healthcare professionals to support student needs.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Proven experience in a pastoral or leadership role within a school setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with the challenges faced by young people and the ability to provide support and guidance.
- Commitment to student welfare and safeguarding, with willingness to undertake relevant training.
Preferred
- Experience in teaching or leading in Key Stage 3.
- Knowledge of curriculum development and transition processes.
- Ability to teach subjects such as Chemistry, Maths, PE, Business BTEC, Italian, German, or Dutch.
- Experience with pastoral leadership and safeguarding procedures.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Support for Dutch language learning and well-being workshops.