What could be more rewarding than the proud smile of a student who is developing their full potential? At praktijkschool Focus, we believe that everyone, regardless of their starting point, can grow with the right guidance and challenges. Since last academic year, we have been working according to a new educational concept where theory and practice are almost completely integrated. The school functions as a mini-society where students learn by working on real assignments for real enterprises/companies. Theory lessons also take place in the practical classroom, simultaneously and integrated. For example, students learn arithmetic by operating a till or calculating quantities for a cake recipe or garden layout. And working with language involves communicating with real customers, live, by phone or email.
Are you looking for a meaningful job as a teacher in an enthusiastic organisation? And do you get excited about our new educational concept? Then apply now!
Your duties
In our mini-society, pupils from different year groups work together simultaneously in a world of their choice: Hospitality & Bakery, Services & Care, Greenery & Floristry, Technology, Shop & Logistics or Simulation House. The Arts & Culture world is still under development.
The world of Green & Flower is your domain. Within this world, three businesses are set up: landscape gardener, garden maintenance, and florist. The students work on various projects, such as creating borders, organising a plant market, working in a flower shop, or working in a vegetable garden. They also write quotes for customers and carry out cashier duties in the shop. Theory and practice are thus integrated. In your world, you therefore work alongside various teachers simultaneously.
The Green & Bloom world is still very much in development. There is therefore plenty of room for new ideas and initiatives, for which we need your knowledge and commitment. Work in the worlds is typically done in the mornings, with afternoons that can be dedicated to educational development, among other things. For the Green & Bloom world, it is important that you are available on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Job requirements
We are looking for a qualified teacher or instructor. In addition, we consider it important that you:– experience in independently teaching horticultural subjects (experience as a gardener is desirable);
- Have an affinity with the target group;
– have experience in educational development and are keen to get stuck in.
Employment conditions
This concerns a position as LC teacher (maximum €5,277 for a full-time contract) from 17 August 2026 with a scope of 0.4 FTE.
The initial appointment is for 1 year, with a view to a permanent contract subject to proven suitability and sufficient staffing capacity.
In addition, we offer:
- salaries and terms of employment in accordance with the CAO VO, including holiday pay, an end-of-year bonus of 8.33%, an attractive commuting allowance (kilometres in excess of 25 km one way are now also reimbursed after the first year) and exchange schemes;
- Personal budget of 90 hours for full-time employment;
- nine schools in one foundation, which means there are extra opportunities for you to grow;
- collective insurance in case of partial disability;
- a pension scheme with pension fund ABP.
The vacancy closes on 11 August 2026, with interviews scheduled for 14 August 2026.
Please note: due to the summer holidays, our availability is reduced.
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.
Over Focus
In our beautiful premises in Heerhugowaard, around 70 colleagues provide innovative practical education for our pupils. A number of promises serve as our guideline, making Focus a school where pupils can develop into independent, proud, and resilient young people who are ready for society. Our promises to parents and pupils are:
Practical learning environment
Our school is a mini-society. Pupils learn by doing in realistic work environments such as a shop, restaurant or handyman service. Theory and practice are integrated.
Individual learning goals and tailored support
Pupils work at their own pace on personal goals, with support where needed. We offer both structure and freedom.
A safe and social climate
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and personal attention ensure a safe, respectful atmosphere where pupils learn with and from each other.
Active parental involvement
Parents/carers are welcome and involved. They are invited to follow and celebrate their son's/daughter's development.
Movement and vitality
As a Healthy School, we focus daily on physical and mental health. Movement and well-being will have a permanent place.
Focus is part of the Foundation for Public Secondary Education North Holland-North (SOVON). Want to know more about SOVON? www.sovon.nu
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