University of the Arts The Hague in The Hague is looking for a Study Coach for 0,2 fte | Vacancy for a Paid position, Part-time | Deadline: 19-05-2025
The Royal Academy of Art (KABK) forms together with the Royal Conservatoire (KC) the University of the Arts, The Hague. We offer HBO bachelor and master education, as well as preparatory courses. There is an intensive collaboration with Leiden University: students can take electives on both sides, there is a PhD program. The University of the Arts is located at two locations in the center of The Hague.
Our BA Photography program offers an English-language four-year BA programme in full- and part time compact, in which around 200 (inter-)national students are enrolled. The department is run by two co-heads, supported by three study coaches, a coordinator and a coordinator part-time-compact-education. Over 40 teachers are connected to the programme and teach a wide variety of courses that make up the ambitious and advanced curriculum. More information can be found at: https://www.kabk.nl/en/programmes/bachelor/photography. Study coaching at the KABK is defined and described in a recently developed policy paper, offering a shared framework in the approach of study coaching for all educational programmes.
The BA Photography department of the Royal Academy of Art (KABK) is currently looking for a
Study Coach
Vacancy number: 25-019
0,2 fte
What will you do
Studying in the Photography department is a rich and sometimes challenging experience. While students develop their skills and prepare for the professional field, they also draw on personal experiences that inspire their work. In the process of discovering themselves both as artists and individuals, they may encounter challenges rooted in their past or present.
As a study coach you help the students to navigate their studies and are you a first point of contact when they encounter difficulties. Your role is to empower students so they can make the most of their studies. This includes supporting the student in developing study skills, as well as mental-emotional, social and communication skills. It is your task as a study coach to create a trustworthy space where both successes and setbacks become stepping stones for growth.
Together with the student you examine what is needed to move forward in their study and provide them with the tools to do so. As part of your role, you monitor and help students maintain an overview of their study progress and study career. You address motivation issues or potential study delays. When needed, you provide support for mental-emotional issues such as stress and fear of failure. In cases of exceptional or health-related circumstances, you advise the head of the department and student counsellor on adjusted study plans. Study coaches also address group dynamics within student classes, helping to foster cohesion, effective collaboration, and respect for different perspectives.
Working within the department, you’ll understand the specific demands of the curriculum, allowing you to guide students effectively. You’ll conduct both individual and group sessions, supporting students while maintaining strong connections with teachers and staff. Your role goes beyond traditional academic support – you’ll help students tap into their authentic selves while preparing them for the realities of their chosen field.
Profile:
- You have experience in or affinity with the professional field of art and/or design in higher (arts) education;
- Expertise in the field of study career guidance;
- Strong organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with an empathetic, respectful, and responsible approach;
- Ability to comfortably engage with diverse cultural and social backgrounds of an international student community;
- Ability to coach students individually and in interactive group sessions;
- Skills to motivate and reflect on students’ learning processes;
- Ability to work both independently and in close collaboration with educational departments and other study coaches and with student counsellor, heads of departments, coordinators, teachers, and other professionals at the KABK to support student well-being;
- Awareness of personal limits and timely referral when necessary;
- Self-reflective and open to discuss complicated work-related dilemmas with colleagues;
- Continuously strives for improvement of your own coaching competencies, pedagogical skills and self-knowledge through training and (peer-) supervision.
What do we offer
KABK offers you an international and inspiring working environment and informal working culture. You will work closely with a remarkable group of students, dedicated teachers and two other study coaches. You will be part of a team that is helping develop the vision and execution of study coaching at this department. Regular peer supervision meetings will help you to stay in sync and develop professional and personal growth. We provide space for you to explore and develop your ideas and future visions in a supporting and dynamic environment. Within the department there is room for your own skills and viewpoints to contribute to the work that we are doing together.
At first we offer a fixed-term contract for one-year, with the perspective a permanent appointment after two-year contracts. The position is classified as pay scale 10 under the Collective Agreement for Universities of Applied Sciences (CAO HBO). The salary amounts to a maximum of € 5,377.13 gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale 10), depending on education and work experience. Pending a review of the job profile, the position has been scaled to salary scale 10. The expectation is that with good performance and advanced job seniority, promotion to scale 11 could be possible in the future. The CAO has a generous leave scheme, 8% vacation allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus. You can also participate in a health insurance and/or a disability insurance on favorable conditions.
Interested?
For further information about the position please contact Thijs Groot Wassink, study coach: t.grootwassink@kabk.nl.
Please send your letter of application and cv (and, if applicable, a portfolio) no later than Monday May 19 to: werving@hdkdenhaag.nl, mentioning vacancy number 25-019. The first interviews are planned to take place on Thursday May 22, 2025. The second round is planned on Monday May 26 and/or Tuesday May 27, 2025. All interviews are in-person at KABK.
This vacancy is open internally and externally at the same time. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates will have priority for placement in this position.
Within the Royal Academy of the Arts, we are working to create a community in which diversity and inclusion are the basic principles. We want the uniqueness of each individual to be recognised and welcomed within the school. We therefore invite you to apply and are curious to know who you are.
Acquisition is not appreciated.
More information about the organisation: see our website.