Virtual School Education Officer
Virtual School Education Officer
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21-08-2025
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Job Description
4 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Virtual School Officer to join a dedicated team committed to raising the educational attainment and outcomes of children and young people known to Social Care.
The role involves supporting the education of Looked After Children from nursery to age 18 working in close collaboration with schools social care teams carers and other professionals.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Hold a caseload of Looked After Children (aged 2 18) tracking their attainment attendance and progress.
Lead and record Personal Education Plan (PEP) meetings in line with statutory guidance.
Provide educational advice and guidance to schools social workers carers and other stakeholders.
Contribute to the Education section of Pathway Plans for Care Leavers aged 18 25.
Support school admissions exclusions and transitions advocating for the needs of children known to Social Care.
Collaborate with Lead Practitioners in specialist areas (e.g. Attendance Exclusion Post-16 Enrichment).
Deliver and support training for school staff foster carers and social workers.
Help plan and facilitate enrichment and extracurricular learning activities.
Ensure accurate and timely data entry into relevant education and tracking systems.
Skills/Experience:
Minimum of one year s experience working in the UK education system or within a Virtual School or education support service.
Proven experience working with vulnerable children including those with SEND or EAL.
Knowledge of the educational challenges faced by Looked After Children and strategies to support their progress.
Strong understanding of safeguarding multi-agency collaboration and child protection processes.
Confident using Microsoft Office (Word Excel Access) and education data systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team managing a varied caseload.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work directly with children and advocate on their behalf.
Additional Information:
This is a non-management role graded at SO1 requiring enhanced DBS clearance.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Postgraduate qualification in education social work or a related field.
Valid UK driving licence.
Hybrid working arrangements may be available depending on service needs.
Minimum of one year s experience working in the UK education system or within a Virtual School or education support service. Proven experience working with vulnerable children, including those with SEND or EAL. Knowledge of the educational challenges faced by Looked After Children and strategies to support their progress. Strong understanding of safeguarding, multi-agency collaboration, and child protection processes. Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and education data systems. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing a varied caseload. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work directly with children and advocate on their behalf.
Education
This is a non-management role graded at SO1, requiring enhanced DBS clearance. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. Postgraduate qualification in education, social work, or a related field. Valid UK driving licence.
Employment Type
Full Time
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