Professional Practitioner for Pupils Educated Other Than at School Salary £30,024 - £33,699 per annum Type of vacancy Permanent Work pattern Full Time Hours per week 37 Work Base Meadow House, Littleworth, NG18 2TB Working Arrangements Hybrid Job Description / Person Specification Competency Framework Number of posts 1 Interview date 18 May 2026 Closing Date 24 May 2026 23:55 The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more. Job Summary Are you passionate about helping vulnerable children and young people? As aProfessional Practitioner for Pupils Educated Other Than at School (EOTAS), you will play a vital role in ensuring that these pupils receive the appropriate education they need. You will analyse pupil-level data, coordinate responses for children missing education, and work closely with schools, families, and alternative providers to secure placements and monitor engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of young people across Nottinghamshire. Role Responsibilities In this role, you will: Analyse Data: Review pupil-level data to inform decisions on admissions, fair access, and exclusions. Coordinate Care: Work with schools, academies, and alternative providers to ensure vulnerable pupils are supported. Safeguard Students: Identify risks and secure placements while monitoring pupil engagement. Commission Education: Arrange interim education when necessary and prepare information for panels and partnerships. Liaise with Families: Communicate with parents and carers to remove barriers to education access. Stay Informed: Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and local procedures to support compliance and mitigate risks. Required Skills and Qualifications To succeed in this role, you will need: Relevant Level 3 qualifications, including GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths. An appropriate qualification to NVQ Level 3 related to children and young people, or over 5 years of experience working with vulnerable children. Strong skills in negotiation, evaluation, and analysis. The ability to prepare reports and communicate effectively with senior officers. Required Soft Skills or Competencies/Behaviours We are looking for someone who: Demonstrates a high level of personal drive and commitment to excellent customer care. Possesses strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues, managers, and families. Can make decisions and solve problems effectively to meet operational targets. Practices in a strength-based manner, empowering children and young people. Organisation Benefits At Nottinghamshire County Council, we believe in creating a supportive environment where you can thrive. Our benefits include: A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and growth. Flexible Working: A work-life balance that suits your needs. Generous Leave: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample time off. For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Nicola Nash on 01158042626 or by email Nicola.Nash@nottscc.gov.uk. Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation. Under the (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.