Job Introduction
Bradford Virtual School for Children in Care is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for Children Looked After, Children with a Social Worker and those Previously Looked After and/or in Kinship Care. We support schools’ proactive planning, react to the unexpected and remove barriers to progress. We are looking for energetic, flexible and resilient colleagues to join our highly regarded team of Associate Teachers.
These posts are likely to appeal to teaching colleagues who enjoy working with children and young people to overcome barriers to learning. The idea of supporting children and young people at mutually convenient times will appeal on a professional and personal level.
Associates will develop and deliver short term interventions in education placements with children in care of all ages who need additional support to progress with their learning. This can be on a one to one basis or in the form of supporting several children in care in a school / home setting or remotely through Virtual Learning platforms.
You will be expected to actively promote inclusive practices and ensure the education, social, emotional and health development of Virtual School pupils is fully supported.
Associates will actively promote inclusive practice within the classroom setting to ensure acceptance of all children.
Candidates will need to demonstrate:
- Understanding and commitment to raising standards and attainment for children in care
- Teaching experience within the primary, secondary or further education phases
- Experience of multi-agency working and understanding of the needs of vulnerable groups
- An understanding of strategies to support education providers to meet the needs of children in care
You will be prepared to work flexibly in terms of hours and location.
Work is occasional and is offered on a case by case basis.
An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.
How to Apply
If you think you might be interested in joining our team and would like some further information about this post, please contact Caroline Dolan on email caroline.dolan@bradford.gov.uk to arrange a convenient time to arrange a call.
Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is also available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members. This is part of the RESPECT Campaign, which is the Council’s Internal Equalities Vision for staff and its aim to build a truly inclusive workforce, where everyone can be their true selves at work.
