Virtual School Advisory Teacher - 1 Year Fixed Term Contract

ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA; Camden Town; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Camden Town is seeking a Virtual School Advisory Teacher to champion the education of children in care. The role involves advocacy, direct support, and monitoring progress through tailored educational plans. The successful candidate will have teaching experience, ideally covering multiple key stages, and a commitment to helping these young individuals thrive academically. You will be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of care-experienced young people.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Access to training opportunities

Career growth within the council

Qualifications

• Experience as a qualified teacher working with children in care.
• Ability to monitor and review Personal Education Plans (PEPs).
• Experience in mentoring, tuition and supporting staff.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for children in care and ensure their educational needs are met.
• Travel to provide direct mentoring and support.
• Design interventions based on data tracking.

Skills

Teaching experience

Ability to advocate for children

Strong time management

Understanding of legislation for children in care

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Champion the education of children in care, helping them build brighter futures. As a Virtual School Advisory Teacher, you'll be using your teaching experience to make a lasting difference. You'll work directly with children in care, alongside schools, carers and social workers, to make sure each young person gets the support they need to thrive in education - wherever they're placed.

Working Style

This is a full-time, Bi-Borough role focused on making a meaningful difference in the lives of care-experienced young people. Whether working directly with young people or providing essential support behind the scenes, you will be part of a dedicated and passionate team. This is a hybrid position, with an expectation to be in a public-facing role three days per week.

What you'll be doing

• Take responsibility for a group of children in care, acting as their advocate in all things education. Ensure they have every chance to succeed, including reviewing Personal Education Plans (PEPs), monitoring progress, and ensuring pupil premium funding is used effectively.
• Travel to meet young people wherever they are placed, providing direct support through mentoring, tuition and observation. Build close working relationships with Designated Teachers and school leaders, offering guidance, challenging practice where needed, and always keeping the child’s needs at the centre.
• Track data carefully to spot where extra support is needed, and help design interventions that work. Play a role in training school staff, foster carers and social workers to help everyone understand what young people in care need to feel safe, supported and able to learn.
• Be a qualified teacher with experience in mainstream education, covering at least two key stages. Bring a strong understanding of the legislation around children in care and how it impacts their education.
• Work with a wide range of people – from young people and carers to school staff and social workers – and build trust quickly. Be organized, responsive, and able to manage time effectively, even with a busy and varied caseload.
• Care deeply about helping children in care succeed – academically and in finding stability, confidence and belief in their own potential.

Role and Community Context

Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all.

In this role, being all in means standing up for children who need someone in their corner. It means challenging systems when they fall short and celebrating every small step forward. You’ll be working with complexity, but you won’t be alone – you’ll be part of a team that shares responsibility, and shows up with care, consistency and conviction. This is a role where your teaching experience matters - and where your commitment can change lives. At RBKC, we’re all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. Our Virtual School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and we’re proud of the collaborative culture we’ve built. You’ll be part of a team that shares ideas, supports one another, and never loses sight of the children we’re here to help.

Benefits and Opportunities

You'll be offered a competitive salary, access to a wide range of training, and real opportunities to grow your career within a high-performing and respected service. Most importantly, this is a role where you’ll see the impact of your work – in the progress of the young people you support, and the trust they place in you.

Role Requirements and Interview Details

• This is a 1 Year Fixed Term Contract.
• Enhanced DBS Check - Adults and Children (including barred list).
• Interviews to take place week commencing W/C 27th October 2025.