Teacher of English, Secondary School
- Working pattern: 1.0 FTE
- Indicative Salary Range: 3622€ to 5520€ per month
- Start date: 1st August 2026 / Asap
- Closing date: Until a suitable candidate is found
Located in the international heart of the Netherlands, The European School The Hague offers a rich and dynamic learning environment. We provide complete Early Years, Primary, and Secondary education, guiding our students toward the prestigious European Baccalaureate. With a dedicated team of qualified professionals, we are committed to delivering high-quality education that nurtures both academic achievement and personal growth. Here, students from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, grow, and thrive in an inclusive and inspiring community. Our Primary and Secondary schools are situated on two spacious campuses in The Hague's International Zone, working closely together with a shared vision and mission as part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation
The Rijnlands Lyceum is a diverse school organisation comprising three primary schools and five secondary schools located in The Hague, Wassenaar, Oegstgeest and Sassenheim.The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation is a diverse educational organisation with decades of experience and a strong reputation.
We support the personal growth of both our students and our staff. With us, you step into an international world full of opportunities. You contribute to the future of education while developing yourself. We challenge you, give you the space to grow, and ensure that your work truly makes an impact.
As a Teacher of English, you will:
- Deliver engaging lessons to students aged 11-18, following the European Baccalaureate curriculum.
- Create an inclusive classroom environment where every student’s talent is nurtured.
- Collaborate with a team of passionate educators to support a thriving English programme.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English Language / English Literature (First-degree/Eerste graads) and full teaching qualification for Secondary Education (recognized by the Dutch Education Authorities (DUO).
- You hold a fully qualified teacher status for Secondary Education in the country the qualification is obtained (e.g. PGCE and QTS with induction)
- Native speaker of English
- Experience in teaching English to native speakers and/ or experience in teaching English as an additional language from beginner level to advanced level
- Experience in teaching the age group of 11-18
- Experience in international or intercultural education
- Good ICT skills and an understanding of ICT use in an educational context
- Experience in teaching EB, IB, GCE A levels or Cambridge English qualifications CAE/CPE or IELTS
- Be Part of Something Special: Shape the creative minds of our diverse student body in an international setting.
- Experience the World: Work in The Hague, a city rich in culture and international connections.
- We offer a salary aligned with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement (CAO VO). The salary is a minimum of €3622 and a maximum of €5520 for a full-time contract on the LB scale and the step offered will depend on your level of experience.
- 8% holiday allowance (May)
- 8.33% year-end bonus (December)
- Monthly contribution towards travel expenses (if applicable)
- ABP pension scheme
- Number of options for tax benefits regarding, e.g. trade union dues, the costs of sports (for instance, fitness membership fees and the purchase of a bicycle (for commuting purposes)
- Collective/group occupational disability insurance IPAP (Loyalis)
- Discount on various insurances (additional insurance on the health care package, home content, legal aid, liability insurance policies and more)
- A permanent position, subject to recognition of your teaching qualifications by Dutch Education Authorities (DUO) and the successful completion of a one-year probationary period.
- An attractive relocation package with the support of our HR department to help you move to The Hague (for qualifying teachers living abroad).
- Grow and Learn: Enjoy ongoing professional development in a supportive and innovative environment. Every teacher has a personal budget for professional development.
Candidates meeting the criterias are invited to submit the required documents by clicking on the apply/solliciteren button at the end of the page. Internal candidates can apply via AFAS.
- CV in English
- A motivation letter in English
- A completed application form.
Please ensure your application is complete before submitting. Applications sent by email will not be reviewed.
Please address your letter to the attention of Ms. Juliet Palmer; Head of Secondary school.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, either in person or via Microsoft Teams. As part of the interview process, may be ask to teach a lesson to an assigned class under the observation of the Subject Coordinator, and possibly Line Manager; part of the interview will focus on discussing this lesson. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early to ensure consideration. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates are preferred. Applicants are eligible for the reimbursement of travel expenses. The recruitment officer will provide more information upon invitation.
For any questions, please reach out to our recruitment officer, Ming En Li, at [email protected].
Our recruitment procedure is subject to the Recruitment code. The purpose of the code is to provide a standard for a transparent and fair recruitment and selection procedure. ESH requests all applicants to read the code before applying carefully.
Information about the European School can be found at www.europeanschoolthehague.nl and www.rijnlandslyceum.nl. The website of the European Schools www.eursc.eu explains the European Schools' system and regulations.
