Deputy Head of Virtual School

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School to join Nottingham City Council's Virtual School Service on an initial 3-month temporary contract.

You will oversee the delivery of educational support for children in care, previously looked-after children and children with a social worker. You will also lead a team of Education Officers and a Data Officer, working closely with schools, carers, social workers and families to improve educational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee the day-to-day delivery of educational support provided by the Virtual School.

* Manage and develop a team of 8 Education Officers and 1 Data Officer, providing supervision and professional guidance.

* Monitor educational data to identify gaps, measure progress and evaluate interventions.

* Lead improvements in attendance, engagement, inclusion and educational participation.

* Work collaboratively with schools, carers, social workers, families and partner organisations.

* Identify barriers to learning and ensure appropriate support is implemented.

* Promote high expectations and help narrow attainment and progress gaps.

* Provide case oversight to ensure support is delivered effectively and in a timely manner.

* Deputise for the Headteacher of the Virtual School.

Requirements:

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

* Previous experience working within a Virtual School in a Deputy Head of Virtual School capacity.

Please reply with an up-to-date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you