Adoption Support Education Advisor

Location:

Based in Reading with hybrid working arrangements and regular travel, the Adoption Support Education Advisor will work in PACT’s adoption support service and support the Lead Specialist Education Worker in the implementation and development of our Early Education Pathways pilot project until 31 March 2028. Early application is encouraged.

• Foster positive and effective relationships between schools, educational and other professionals, and adoptive families.
• Contribute to meeting the objectives of the pilot project by maintaining delivery momentum, data quality and consistency.
• Manage assigned project deliverables to agreed timelines to ensure the success of the pilot project.
• Make a real difference to the lives of children and families.

• Demonstrable experience of training and education, ideally within a primary school setting.
• Understanding of the needs of looked‑after children, child development, and the impact on behaviour of interrupted development.
• Degree (or equivalent) and professional qualification(s) preferably in education or a related field.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage project deliverables to agreed timelines.

All opportunities are based in the UK.

We are committed to ensuring that our people and our services reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, and applications from under‑represented groups are particularly welcomed. PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s Safer Recruitment pre‑appointment enquiries, including proof of right to work in the UK, a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, overseas police check where applicable, and references covering a minimum five‑year period.

Fixed‑term role to 31 March 2028. Full‑time, 37 hours per week.