Head of the 9th Grade VMBO Department

What are we looking for in a department head?

We are looking for a department head who, together with an enthusiastic and dedicated team, will ensure that our students and colleagues get the most out of their educational experience. 

You are able to adapt quickly and are deeply involved in the school, yet you maintain a clear overview. You have a solid understanding of the long-term vision of the department and the school, and you align your work and decisions with that vision. As a department head, you are a strong communicator, decisive, and skilled at building connections. 

In this position, you will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• You will lead the staff in your department (first grade) and coach your team to bring out the best in themselves, the department, and, above all, the students;
• You will serve as the point of contact for the student coordinator, who is responsible for student affairs in your department;
• You will serve as the point of contact for several departments (matrix organization);
• You will oversee the ongoing development of the curriculum in close collaboration with the other department heads and actively contribute to educational development; 
• You will serve as the lead coordinator and be responsible for the following areas of school policy: the Public Relations Committee, the Admissions Committee, and Quality Assurance. In this capacity, you will maintain contact with elementary schools in the region;
• You will work closely with the other department heads; 
• You are responsible for maintaining the educational and instructional environment within the department;
• You are ultimately responsible for the students’ academic performance and development in your department, and you report on this to the Director of Education.

At Minkema College, we learn with and from one another. Your passion is to actively engage students in the classroom and guide them through their learning process. Together, we work to build a bright future for our students and our wonderful school. 

Read about our vision for education in our policy plan and how it is implemented in our school plan. 

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At Minkema College, we are implementing various educational reforms, which we, as the school administration, monitor, ensure, and evaluate.

In addition to what we have included in the job description, we expect the following from our department heads:

• You have a coaching leadership style, in which you leave ownership where it belongs;  
• You are familiar with how a secondary school operates and what is involved;
• You have an affinity for the VMBO student population;
• You have knowledge of Special Education;
• You have experience maintaining a large network (preferably of elementary schools);
• You are highly skilled at setting priorities and help establish the necessary structure, both within your own team and among department heads or elsewhere in the organization;
• You are skilled at developing, promoting, implementing, and advocating for policies;
• You do not shy away from conflicting interests and address them in a professional manner;
• You’re a hands-on person, and in everything you do, you seek to connect with others;
• You have strong communication skills, are approachable and empathetic, have a businesslike and professional demeanor, and can communicate with ease at various levels; 
• You want to continue growing professionally and are therefore open to feedback, learn from your mistakes, and have the courage to explore new paths.

What we offer

• Pay scale: In accordance with the CAO-VO, pay scale 12 with an allowance.
• A telephone, device, and internet policy applies to this position.
• In addition to an energetic and challenging work environment, we offer a year-end bonus and an 8% vacation allowance.
• We also offer a bicycle plan and a tax-advantaged corporate fitness program.
• Our school is easily accessible by public transportation thanks to its location near the Woerden train station.

Application Process

For more information about the position, please contact Mine Nijhoff-Wedman, recruiter: m.nijhoff-wedman@minkema.nl. You can submit your application by April 9 via Meesterbaan. The selection and introductory interviews will take place on April 15 and 16. 

The job opening is being advertised both internally and externally.