Virtual School Education Adviser part time (0.5)

North Somerset Council; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Virtual School Education Adviser to join their team. This part-time role focuses on ensuring that Children in Care receive high-quality education, actively participating in termly PEP meetings and collaborating with social care and educational colleagues. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for improving educational outcomes for vulnerable children. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those in care, providing essential support and training to enhance educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Passionate about education outcomes for Children in Care.
• Experience with vulnerable children and trauma awareness.

Responsibilities

• Attend termly PEP meetings and contribute to statutory plans.
• Challenge schools to improve outcomes for Children in Care.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience with Virtual School

Experience in pastoral work

Ability to deliver training

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Virtual School Adviser to join our Virtual School. The Virtual School is responsible for ensuring that all Children in Care have access to high-quality education, which is regularly monitored through the termly PEP process.

In this role, you will attend the termly PEP meetings for Children in Care, ensuring a strong, positive contribution from Children’s Social Care and school colleagues. You will ensure that the right interventions are in place and approve the Pupil Premium Plus spend to further raise outcomes for our Children in Care.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend termly PEP meetings
• Challenge schools and provisions to improve outcomes
• Provide training and support for trauma awareness
• Contribute to statutory plans such as EHCPs
• Be a strong, positive contributor to the Virtual School team

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or an alternative suitable method of travel, are essential for this role.

Essential Criteria

We are looking for an individual passionate about education outcomes for Children in Care, with the following skills and experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience of teaching at the relevant key stage
• Experience with Virtual School or working with Designated Teachers
• Experience in pastoral work or working with vulnerable children

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of trauma
• Ability to deliver training to school colleagues

Contact Information

For further details about the role, please contact Jacqui Scott, Virtual School Head Teacher.

Interview Date: Thursday 22 May 2025.

Additional Information

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