Virtual School Officer

Join Our Team: Virtual School Officer - Hillingdon - Temp - £221.55 Per Day UMR

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Looked After Children and Care Leavers? Are you ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact the educational journey of vulnerable youth? If so, we want to hear from you!

Role Overview:

As an Education Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in raising the attainment and fostering the educational progress of Looked After Children and Care Leavers. Working closely with our dedicated team and Headteacher, you'll focus on various aspects including admissions, attendance, attainment, and enrichment activities to promote inclusion and drive academic success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of Looked After Children, ensuring their educational needs are met from Nursery to age 18.
• Lead the development and implementation of high-quality Personal Education Plans (PEPs), monitoring progress and ensuring timely completion.
• Collaborate with social workers, schools, and carers to deliver effective support and advocacy for Looked After Children.
• Provide guidance and support to Care Leavers still in education, fostering a culture of aspiration and opportunity.
• Contribute to policy development, training delivery, and enrichment programs aimed at enhancing the educational experience of Looked After Children and Care Leavers.
• Build strong partnerships with external agencies to ensure seamless service delivery and holistic support for vulnerable youth.

Requirements:

• Degree level qualification, preferably with Qualified Teacher status.
• Experience working within the UK education system or similar setting, with a focus on vulnerable children.
• Knowledge of legislation and best practices related to Looked After Children and Care Leavers.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce.