Virtual School Deputy Headteacher

Deputy Headteacher
Job Description
Swindon Borough Council are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Headteacher for their Swindon Virtual School.

The role of the Virtual School is to raise educational aspirations and narrow attainment and progress gaps to improve outcomes for children.

This role will help to ensure that the educational achievement of children in care is given the highest priority in schools, other educational institutions, early years settings and across Local Authority Services.
Key Responsibilities

Manage a small team of staff undertaking direct work with children, young adults and carers in order to maximise their educational attainment and future life chances
Make operational decisions and prioritise work
Track and monitor the educational attainment, progress and experience of allocated groups of children
Organise and deliver services within a specialist area to meet established operational targets
Provide advice, support and guidance to schools, social workers and IROs on interventions aimed at educational outcomes and experience
Quality assure and develop training programme for carers, designated teachers, social workers and independent reviewing officers aimed at raising awareness.

Requirements

Knowledge and understanding of the guidance and legislation relating to the duty of schools in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of schools, social care, carers, IROs and Virtual Schools in promoting the educational achievement of looked after children
Experience of working in a school or other educational setting
Educated to degree standard or equivalent
Relevant professional qualification (PGCE or equivalent) plus current Teacher qualified status
Senior leadership experience in either a school or virtual school setting

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply now with your CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role of Deputy Headteacher Swindon Virtual School.