FAQs (Working with us)
How often are the positions updated on this site?
Whilst we pride ourselves on a committed team, we live in a transient international environment. Check the website regularly for job postings as vacancies can occur at any time.
Generally speaking, we post teaching positions for the following academic year in January – March.
Do I have to submit a cover letter?
Yes, we are interested in your motivation for working with us and moving to the Netherlands.
What type of references should I list on my application?
Please list a minimum of two to three references. All references provided should be individuals who can attest to your work capabilities. One should be from your current employer.
I wanted to apply for a position that I saw here, but now it's not listed. May I still apply?
There is a lot of movement. We do welcome general applications. If you are visiting the Netherlands and are interested in viewing our schools, please contact us. We will do our best to accommodate this.
I submitted my CV but haven't heard back yet. What's the status of my application?
We often get many applications for a job and only reach out to the people we’d like to learn more about. Unfortunately, we’re not able to make personal contact with people we are not moving forward in the selection process.
Will you help me with relocation?
In certain instances a relocation package is avialiable for people appointed from abroad for long-term positions.
What is your interview process?
For most positions, we begin the process with a phone interview. If we wish to proceed further, we will invite you to the Netherlands and observe you teach as well as conduct a face-to-face interview. We think it’s important that we are able to see you and you us.
Do you take open applications?
Yes absolutely.
Can I apply as a newly qualified teacher?
You need to have a minimum of two year’s experience delivering in an English speaking curriculum, preferably in the British curriculum. Knowledge of the IPC or other thematic based curricula is an advantage.
What level of English do I need to teach at the HSV?
We prefer native English speaking teachers, who have trained and/or taught in the UK. C2 is the minimum requirement for English to work at the HSV.
Do I have the right to work in the Netherlands?
If you hold an EU passport then you have the right to work in the Netherlands. If you hold a valid work permit for the Netherlands you would also be eligible to apply to our school.
We are not able to apply for work/residence permits for potential staff members. Please be sure that you are eligible to live and work here before submitting an application.