starting August 2023
BSB is a not for profit, inclusive independent international school comprising 1,350 students from approximately 70 countries. Located in the parkland of Tervuren, we enjoy world class facilities set within an inspiring green campus, yet near all the amenities of the university city of Leuven and the capital city of Brussels. But what makes our school an exceptional place to learn and grow, and what really sets us apart, are the relationships we build, the culture of kinship we foster and the pursuit of quality in everything that we do.
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We are committed to providing a vibrant and engaging holistic education for our students in a harmonious atmosphere. With everyone learning and working together to inspire success, we have created a thriving community with the notion of ‘one school’ at its heart. By balancing academic endeavour with pastoral care, and classroom-based learning with enrichment opportunities, we provide our students with the best opportunities possible to broaden their aspirations and horizons.Our curriculum is British based and uniquely adapted to the needs of our international and diverse student body. There is an Early Childhood Centre for children aged 1-3. Our Primary School offers a bespoke enquiry-based curriculum. Students in Year 10 & 11 study for (I)GCSE and BTEC courses. Post-16 students can choose from three internationally recognised pre-university examination courses: English A Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or BTEC. Our Enrichment programme is exceptional, offering over 100 activities per week.
As one of the top performing schools in the world, BSB students go on to attend a wide range of top universities across the globe. We believe that our exceptional student outcomes and top world rankings are really a happy by-product of our unique culture built on care, curiosity, and collaboration.
The successful applicant will:
- Capitalise on the language learning abilities of young children and equip our students to take an active role in an increasingly multi-lingual world.
- Have the ability and flexibility to work with two teachers in a classroom context.
- The British School of Brussels has a bilingual French/English stream from Reception years to Year 9.
- We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced bilingual speaker of French and English to work with our children in either Lower or Upper Primary.
- High levels of literacy skills in both languages are required and some relevant experience in high performing and values driven schools is highly desirable.
The Person:
- Commitment to the BSB Guiding Statements
- Committed to achieving the best at all times for BSB students
- Belief that in learning and in life more is achieved together than alone
- Committed to the safety and wellbeing of BSB students.
In return, we offer:
- A part-time (+/-60%), permanent contract
- Enthusiastic, happy and confident children who are proud of their school and love learning
- Outstanding facilities and resources
- Excellent professional learning opportunities
- Attractive salary (BSB Learning and Teaching scale – Band 2 representing a minimum of € 35.352 and maximum € 55.259 gross per year (for a full-time role, pro-rated for part-time) depending on the years of relevant experience
- Interesting extra-legal benefits including hospitalisation insurance, extra pension payments, luncheon vouchers, transport allowance and free use of the BSB sport facilities
Application process:
The deadline for applications is Monday 5 June 2023 at 16:00 (CET). Please note that only applications sent in using the application form on the BSB website will be considered. No other submissions will be accepted.
Short listed candidates will be invited to interview at the school.
We look forward to receiving your application. If you have not heard anything further from us by the end of June 2023, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
“The British School of Brussels is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.” (with reference to the most recent KCSIE)
BSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our community.
