About The Role
The Virtual School is seeking a full-time, fixed-term Advisory and Support Teacher for children in care, from September 2025, covering maternity leave.
We seek an experienced and dynamic professional to join Islington's successful Virtual School.
Applicants should be committed to improving educational outcomes for vulnerable children and young people, with relevant skills, expertise, and knowledge to support and challenge professionals to help children and young people reach their potential.
For more information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Matthew Blood : Virtual School Head
Email: matthew.blood@islington.gov.uk
Phone: 07712 235 665
Working for the team, service, and our organization
Islington is a diverse and culturally rich place. As a council, our purpose is clear: we serve. We are committed to challenging inequality and, as a major employer, believe that taking care of our people is essential to caring for our community and environment. Together, we can change the future.
We aim to create a more equitable Islington, where everyone has an equal chance to thrive.
Our values—collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering—spell out ‘CARE’, reflecting our approach to public service.
Our offer to you
We are dedicated to reducing inequality. Our staff benefits include:
* Up to 31 days of leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of service
* Flexible working arrangements and a 35-hour workweek
* Opportunities for learning and development
* Competitive pay, including at least the London Living Wage
* Excellent pension scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
* Local discounts at various shops and services
Note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current redeployees must meet essential criteria for shortlisting.
Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
We are committed to an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone feels valued. We uphold a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment, or victimization based on protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act. We use data and an intersectional approach to address disparities and promote diversity at all levels. We actively listen to colleagues and collaborate with unions and forums to improve our practices. Every team member plays a role in fostering an inclusive environment aligned with our CARE values.
Safeguarding
We prioritize safeguarding and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some roles require an enhanced DBS check, qualifications verification, and references.
Disability Confident Scheme
We guarantee interviews for disabled candidates meeting minimum criteria and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment.
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