Good Afternoon,
I am currently representing Hillingdon Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience
We are looking for a Virtual School Education Officer this role will be: UB8 1UW
The right candidate will:
* To hold a caseload of Hillingdon Looked After Children aged 2 - 18 and track their attainment and progress.
* To intervene directly with Looked After Children, their parents, carers and relevant professionals; to identify and resolve education-related difficulties.
* To lead and record Personal Education Plan meetings for Looked After Children as appropriate according to statutory guidance and Hillingdon policy.
* To contribute to the Education Section of Pathway Plans for those Care Leavers remaining in education between 18 and 25 years old
* To make Personal Education Plans available for LAC Reviews and Pathway Planning
* To provide information, advice and guidance to schools and other professionals relating to the education of children known to Social Care
* To attend school admissions, exclusion and other professionals’ meetings to advocate for individual Looked After Children
* To make efficient use of the eGov Solutions system, ensure all information and data entered
We require the following:
* A minimum of 1 years’ experience of working within the UK education system or a minimum of working for 1 year in a virtual school or education support service or comparable overseas experience
* Demonstrates recent experience of working with vulnerable children or young people including those with Special Educational Needs and/or English as an Additional Language
* Has knowledge and understanding of key issues in regard to the education of Looked After Children and Care Leavers, including barriers to learning and ways in which to overcome them
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon