Member of the Supervisory Board

About PPO-NK and our social mission

Appropriate Primary Education Noord-Kennemerland (PPO-NK) is an ambitious partnership of 14 school boards and 105 primary and special education schools in the municipalities of Alkmaar, Bergen, Dijk en Waard, and Heiloo. The organization works together with parents, municipalities, and school boards to ensure that every student has access to appropriate educational opportunities and the right support. PPO-NK strives for inclusive education and an inclusive learning environment at all schools so that all students can develop and learn in their own environment.

Our core values are: collaborative, professional, transparent, and flexible. We view appropriate education as a shared responsibility. This means we work closely with schools, school boards, parents, municipalities, and partners in the region. And we are building a strong support network in which education, care, and support go hand in hand.

PPO-NK is a foundation governed according to the Supervisory Board model. The executive director manages the operational organization, establishes the support plan and budgets, and maintains communication with all stakeholders. The Participants’ Council, in which the affiliated school boards are represented, is the legal owner and provider of (appropriate) education. The Support Plan Council (OPR) represents parents and professionals, is the moral owner of appropriate education, and has statutory approval rights regarding the support plan. The Supervisory Board acts as the employer of the executive director and oversees the implementation and fulfillment of PPO-NK’s mission. 

The Role and Responsibilities of the Supervisory Board

The Supervisory Board consists of three members, including the chair, and oversees the implementation and fulfillment of PPO-NK’s mission. The Supervisory Board monitors the strategic direction, the quality of education, and the lawful and effective use of resources. In addition, the Board acts as a sounding board for the executive director and fulfills the role of employer.

As a regulator, you operate on the basis of trust, but you also have the courage to be critical when the situation calls for it. The Board ensures that the organization is managed in accordance with its social mission and that the interests of students, parents, schools, and other stakeholders are carefully balanced. Oversight is comprehensive: ranging from finances and operations to governance and educational quality.

The members of the Board attend approximately ten meetings and/or consultation sessions per year and maintain active contact with stakeholders. In addition, the Board periodically reviews its own performance and invests in professional development so that it can fulfill its role as a supervisory body in a professional and forward-looking manner.

Profile of New Supervisory Board Members

For this position, we are seeking supervisors with expertise in the field of (inclusive) education. You share the vision of PPO-NK, have a broad social perspective, are confident in your role, and know how to translate complex issues into strategic decisions. In doing so, you are able to maintain a balance between engagement and independence.

You have experience in administration or oversight and are passionate about inclusive education. You are able to provide strategic advice and act as a constructive sounding board for the executive director, while maintaining the right balance between oversight and governance. With your analytical perspective and collaborative style, you contribute to an open, forward-looking dialogue within the Board.

We would also like to ask:

• Experience with administrative and/or supervisory responsibilities;
• Understanding the connection between inclusive education and (youth) care;
• Strategic thinking and the ability to analyze complex issues;
• Acting in accordance with the principles of good governance and balanced decision-making;
• Independence, integrity, and careful consideration of interests.

Diversity and Inclusion

PPO-NK aims to establish a Supervisory Board that broadly reflects society. Diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enhance the quality of our oversight and decision-making. We strongly encourage candidates with a wide range of profiles to apply.

Time commitment and compensation

As a member of the Supervisory Board, you can expect to spend an average of about 10 hours per month on this role. This includes approximately ten meetings and coordination sessions per year, as well as preparation for and participation in relevant meetings.

In return for your service, you will receive an annual compensation package. The Supervisory Board’s fees are set at 2.22% of the general WNT maximum for the chair and 1.55% for the members. In addition, travel expenses and any training costs will be reimbursed.

Contact Us and Apply

Would you like to help develop inclusive education in Noord-Kennemerland? If so, please apply via the job listings page on our PPO-NK website.

You can apply until November 17, 2025, via secretariaat@ppo-nk.nl. The interviews will take place on the afternoon of December 2, 2025.

Do you have any questions about the job opening or the application process? Please feel free to contact Youssef Tatou at ytatou@recruitment4care.nl or 06-41182460.