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Looked After Children Education Service (LACE)

Designated teachers

The introduced the role of Designated Teachers in schools for Looked After Children.

Designated Teachers should

• liaise with other agencies and individuals
• advocate for Looked After Children in school
• ensure that staff in school have relevant information on Looked After Children
• manage the Personal Education Plans for each Looked After Child
• ensure high expectations for Looked After Children
• have sufficient authority in school to influence policy and practice for Looked After Children.

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