Deputy Head of Virtual School

Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School
6 Month Interim Contract (potential for extension)
Start ASAP
Day Rate Negotiable
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid Working: 2-3 Days onsite

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place shortly.

Are you an experienced Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School looking for your next interim challenge? This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role within a well-established Virtual School, leading frontline educational support for vulnerable children and young people whilst managing a high-performing team of education professionals.

As Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School
, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery of the Virtual School service, supporting children in care, previously looked after children and children with a social worker. Reporting into the Head of Virtual School, you will lead a team of 8 Education Officers and a Data Officer, driving improvements in educational outcomes, attendance, inclusion and engagement. This is a highly visible Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School position that offers both strategic influence and operational leadership, including deputising responsibilities for the Head of Virtual School.

• Lead the day-to-day delivery and performance of the Virtual School service
• Manage, support and develop a team of 8 Education Officers and 1 Data Officer
• Drive improvements in attendance, engagement, inclusion and educational outcomes
• Use data, evidence and performance information to evaluate impact and identify gaps
• Build strong partnerships with schools, carers, social workers, families and key stakeholders

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Previous experience within a Virtual School setting at Deputy Head level
• Strong leadership experience managing education professionals and service performance
• Proven ability to analyse educational data and drive service improvement initiatives
• Extensive experience working with vulnerable children and multi-agency partners

This Senior Education Officer / Deputy Head of Virtual School opportunity will suit a candidate who is passionate about improving life chances, raising aspirations and ensuring every child receives the support they need to succeed. If you are a collaborative leader who can balance strategic oversight with operational delivery, then this could be the ideal next assignment for you.

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

Due to the fast-paced nature of interim recruitment, applications are reviewed as received and client requirements may change during the recruitment process.
Whilst we endeavour to review all applications, we may not be able to respond individually to every candidate.

Submission of an application, expression of interest or right to represent does not guarantee submission to a client, interview, placement, or engagement. Recruitment decisions ultimately remain subject to client requirements, availability, suitability, and selection processes.

Baltimore Consulting is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are considered based on the requirements of the role and the information available at the time of review.