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Virtual School Adviser part time (0.4) Term Time Only
| Posting date: | 23 April 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47,754 to £52,805 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Fixed term - 29 days annual leave pro rata, increasing to 34 days annual leave pro rata after 5 years' service. - Flexible Worker |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2025 |
| Location: | Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | North Somerset Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | SCHA0771 |
Summary
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Virtual School Adviser to join our Virtual School. The Virtual School are 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 so further raise outcomes for our Children in Care.
Key Responsibilities:
Termly PEP meetings.
High challenge to schools and provisions
Training and support for awareness trauma
Input into statutory plans such as EHCPs
A strong, positive Virtual School Team contribution
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 be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
his role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
2-3 days in the office
Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about education outcomes for Children in Care, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
QTS
Experience of teaching at the relevant keystage
Direct Virtual School experience or experience of working with Designated Teachers
Experience of pastoral work or work with vulnerable children
Desirable Criteria:
Experience of trauma
Ability to deliver training to school colleagues
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Jacqui Scott, Virtual School Head Teacher, at jacqui.scott@n-somerset.gov.uk
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Virtual School Adviser to join our Virtual School. The Virtual School are 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 so further raise outcomes for our Children in Care.
Key Responsibilities:
Termly PEP meetings.
High challenge to schools and provisions
Training and support for awareness trauma
Input into statutory plans such as EHCPs
A strong, positive Virtual School Team contribution
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 be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
his role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
2-3 days in the office
Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about education outcomes for Children in Care, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
QTS
Experience of teaching at the relevant keystage
Direct Virtual School experience or experience of working with Designated Teachers
Experience of pastoral work or work with vulnerable children
Desirable Criteria:
Experience of trauma
Ability to deliver training to school colleagues
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Jacqui Scott, Virtual School Head Teacher, at jacqui.scott@n-somerset.gov.uk
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