We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Virtual School Adviser to join our Virtual School. The Virtual School are responsible for ensuring that all Children in Care and Children Previously in Care have access to high quality education which is regularly monitored through the termly PEP process.

In this role, you will; advocate for Children Previously in Care, attend meetings in schools to offer support and guidance, ensuring a strong, positive contribution from Children’s Social Care and school colleagues. You will ensure that the right interventions are in place and support the appropriate use of the Pupil Premium Plus spend so further raise outcomes for our Children Previously in Care.

Key Responsibilities:
Advocating for this group of children
High challenge to schools and provisions
Training and support for awareness trauma
Input into statutory plans such as EHCPs
A strong, positive Virtual School Team contribution

Essential Criteria:
QTS or equivalent
Experience of teaching at the relevant keystage
Direct Virtual School experience or experience of working with Designated Teachers
Experience of pastoral work or work with vulnerable children

Desirable Criteria:
Experience of trauma
Ability to deliver training to school colleagues

For further information about the role, please contact Jacqui Scott, Virtual School Head Teacher, at jacqui.scott@n-somerset.gov.uk


Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: Tuesday 11 November 2025.

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