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Senior concierge Secondary

Working pattern: 1 FTE
Indicative Salary Range: minimum €2551 and a maximum of €3412 (scale 5, pro-rata)
Start date: 01.08.2026
Closing date: 03.07.2026

Located in the international heart of the Netherlands, The European School The Hague offers a rich and dynamic learning environment. We provide complete Early Years, Primary, and Secondary education, guiding our students toward the prestigious European Baccalaureate.

With a dedicated team of qualified professionals, we are committed to delivering high-quality education that nurtures both academic achievement and personal growth. Here, students from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, grow, and thrive in an inclusive and inspiring community. Our Primary and Secondary schools are situated on two spacious campuses in The Hague's International Zone, working closely together with a shared vision and mission as part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation.

The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation is a school community with three primary schools and five secondary schools with an international character. The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation is a diverse educational organization with decades of experience and a strong reputation.

We support the personal growth of both our students and our staff. With us, you step into an international world full of opportunities. You contribute to the future of education while developing yourself. We challenge you, give you the space to grow, and ensure that your work truly makes an impact.

“Joining the ESH facilities team means becoming part of a dedicated and diverse group committed to ensuring the smooth running of our school. Our team consists of four concierge staff, three receptionists, and five student supervisors, all working together to create a safe, welcoming and well-organised environment for students, staff, and visitors. We value teamwork, professionalism, and a friendly approach in everything we do. If you have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and enjoy being the first point of contact in a busy school setting, we would love to hear from you!’’

The ideal candidate profile

· Able to lead the concierge team daily, coordinate tasks, set priorities.

· Reliable and professional, staying calm, organised and focused during busy days.

· Good communication skills, able to interact positively with students, staff, parents and visitors.

· Proactive, regularly checking the building, spotting issues early and following them up.

· Experience in a concierge, facilities or similar role, ideally in a school.

· Practical and technical awareness, able to assess maintenance needs and work with contractors.

· Organised with administration, including record keeping, tracking tasks, stock control and using Microsoft Office.

· Strong awareness of health and safety procedures; certifications like BHV, First Aid or VCA are a plus.

· Flexible to work between 07:00 and 18:00, with occasional evenings and school holiday availability.

· Fluent in English (spoken and written); good command of Dutch and other European language is a plus

Why Join Us?

· Be Part of Something Special: Shape the creative minds of our diverse student body in an international setting.

· Experience the World: Work in The Hague, a city rich in culture and international connections.

· Enjoy competitive benefits. We offer a salary aligned with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement (CAO VO). The salary is a minimum of €2551 and a maximum of €3412 for a full-time contract on scale 5, the step offered will depend on your level of experience.

o 8% holiday allowance (May)

o 8.33% year-end bonus (December)

o Monthly contribution towards travel expenses (if applicable)

o ABP pension scheme

o Number of options for tax benefits regarding, e.g. trade union dues, the costs of sports (for instance, fitness membership fees and the purchase of a bicycle (for commuting purposes)

o Collective/group occupational disability insurance IPAP (Loyalis)

o Discount on various insurances (additional insurance on the health care package, home content, legal aid, liability insurance policies and more)

· Grow and Learn: Enjoy ongoing professional development in a supportive and innovative environment. Every teacher has a personal budget for professional

Ready to Join Us?

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Please upload below 3 required documents by clicking on the apply/solliciteren button at the end of the page.

· Your CV in English

· A motivation letter in English

· A completed application form. If this form is missing, we will not proceed further with your application.

Please address your letter to the attention of Ms. Fabienne Kramer; Head of Operations European School.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and trial day. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates are preferred. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Applicants are eligible for the reimbursement of travel expenses. The recruitment officer will provide more information upon invitation.

Contact Us

For any questions, please reach out to our recruitment officer, Ming En Li, at recruitment@eshthehague.nl.

Our recruitment procedure is subject to the Recruitment code. The purpose of the code is to provide a standard for a transparent and fair recruitment and selection procedure. ESH requests all applicants to read the code before applying carefully.

Information about the European School can be found at www.europeanschoolthehague.nl and on www.rijnlandslyceum.nl. The website of the European Schools www.eursc.eu explains the European Schools' system and regulations.