Education Adviser

Telford & Wrekin Council,

Join Telford & Wrekin Council’s Virtual School to improve attendance, engagement and attainment for children in care, children with a social worker, previously looked after children and children in kinship care – working with schools and partners through multi-agency working and the Family First Partnership.

We are looking to appoint a dynamic Teacher Education Adviser. You will need to have proven experience of raising attainment for vulnerable pupils, including those with special educational needs.

The successful candidate will be able to navigate the multi-professional network to ensure barriers to learning and progress are overcome. As an education adviser, it will be your responsibility to monitor and track pupil progress and to recommend interventions to enable pupils and students to achieve and succeed. Part of the role is to be able to support and equip the network with skills and experience they need to support our learners.

The role will also include leading and co-facilitating training for a variety of stakeholders and a variety of young person enrichment opportunities that take place after school and occasionally during school holidays and weekends.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, are a team player, thrive on a challenge, are child-focused and able to show dedication and commitment to our young people and always go the ‘extra mile’ then please get in touch for an informal discussion, contact Michelle Salter Virtual School Headteacher at virtualschool@telford.gov.uk

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 19th May 2026.

Please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification.

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We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.

What we offer:

We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package — starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy. Flexible working & career progression Local Government Pension Scheme Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks Free parking & confidential wellbeing support Hybrid working model - whether you're in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments

Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.

️ Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It’s an offence to apply if you’re barred from working with these groups.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas

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