Shape your career

Basker International Talent Programme

Do you love working with children? But find out that your qualifications aren’t recognised for childcare in the Netherlands? At Basker International Childcare, formerly known as Zein Childcare, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our International Talent Programme (ITP) is designed to help both international and Dutch candidates achieve the qualifications needed to build a fulfilling career in childcare. 

Children and teachers are having fun at after school care
Children and teachers are having fun at after school care

Turn your passion and experience into a rewarding career

Looking for your next step?

Do you love working with children but find that your qualifications are not recognised for childcare in the Netherlands? At Basker International Childcare, we believe your passion and potential deserve a chance to shine. That’s why we created the International Talent Programme (ITP). This programme is designed to help both international and Dutch candidates gain the recognised qualifications needed to build a fulfilling career in childcare.

Wherever you work, you’re part of the same caring international family, united by our shared mission to shape a better tomorrow through education and care.

Read more about our mission & vision

 

Why join our International Talent Programme?

 

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Personalised training

You’ll follow an in-house programme tailored to your background, combined with an adapted version of the Dutch EVC (Experience-Based Certification) process. This brings you one step closer to becoming a fully qualified childcare teacher.

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Comprehensive support

You’ll receive guidance from a personal coach, hands-on mentoring from experienced colleagues, and access to inspiring workshops and lectures through our Werk Wijzer Campus.

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On-the-job experience

You’ll gain practical experience at one of our Day Care or After School Care locations in The Hague region, supporting children to grow and develop through memorable learning experiences.

So much more than just a job

Working at Basker International Childcare

At Basker International Childcare, you actively contribute to shaping the future of the global citizens of tomorrow's world. We do this together with the children, their parents, our colleagues, and you. Every day, you help children from around the world feel at home with us. You guide them with care, attention and learning through play - helping them to grow into confident, compassionate individuals at their own pace and in their own way. Our modern pedagogic approach and the support of the dedicated office team ensures that you can focus on what truly matters, helping children flourish.

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teachers and children in a tree house at Basker International Childcare
teachers and children in a tree house at Basker International Childcare