Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School

Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School Education First £400 £450 per day Interim Opportunity Education First is seeking an experienced Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School to support the strategic leadership and delivery of services for children looked after and other eligible children and young people. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable education professional with proven Virtual School experience, strong leadership skills and a commitment to improving educational outcomes for vulnerable learners. The Role The successful candidate will work alongside senior leaders to drive educational progress, strengthen partnership working and ensure children and young people receive the support they need to achieve their potential. Key Responsibilities Support the strategic leadership and development of the Virtual School. Monitor educational outcomes, attendance, attainment and progress. Provide advice and guidance to schools, social care teams and partner agencies. Support the development and review of Personal Education Plans (PEPs). Identify barriers to learning and coordinate appropriate interventions. Promote effective multi-agency working to improve outcomes for children looked after. Contribute to service improvement, performance monitoring and reporting. Support and guide education professionals and partner organisations. Requirements Previous Virtual School experience is essential. Strong knowledge of ..... full job details .....