Advisory Teacher of the Deaf

Surrey County Council; Byfleet; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in the UK is looking for an Advisory Teacher of the Deaf. The role involves supporting deaf children and their families while delivering a statutory service. Applicants should have Qualified Teacher Status and experience with additional needs. The position offers a salary range between £46,039 - £52,490 pro-rata, plus an SEN Allowance. A commitment to undertake further education in deaf education is expected. Join a passionate team dedicated to improving educational outcomes for deaf youth.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development resources

Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification showing QTS.
• Experience with children with additional needs.
• Willingness to undertake further education in deaf education.

Responsibilities

• Work with deaf children and their families.
• Deliver a statutory service to vulnerable children.
• Support educational access for deaf children.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience with deaf children

Teamwork

Commitment to ongoing education

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Deaf Education

Job description

The salary attached to this permanent, three day per week (0.6 FTE) position is Teachers' Pay Range (fringe) between 46,039 - 52,490 per annum, pro-rata, plus an SEN Allowance of 2,787 - 5,497 pro-rata, dependent on whether the successful applicant holds the Post Graduate Diploma in Deaf Education (a mandatory qualification for teachers of deaf children and young people).

We in Physical and Sensory Support (PSS) are excited to be recruiting an Advisory Teacher of the Deaf to join our fantastic team. We are a county-wide team sitting within Children, Families and Lifelong Learning, and currently under Education and Lifelong Learning.

If you're someone who enjoys working as part of a strong team and shares our passion to improve the outcomes and education access for deaf children and young people - we have a great opportunity for you!

Our Offer to You

Amongst the many benefits of working for Surrey County Council is:

• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing
• Access to a learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Working within a friendly, inclusive team
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping

About The Role

Physical and Sensory Support is a team which includes Teachers and Specialist Teaching Assistants who work in home and school settings. As an Advisory Teacher of the Deaf (ATOD), you will be working with deaf children and young people across the range of ability, between the ages of 0-19 (as well their families, teachers and other involved professionals).

As an ATOD, and being a qualified Teacher, you will bring your current or recent teaching experience and extensive knowledge of special needs and disability to the role, delivering a statutory service to vulnerable children and young people.

If you do not hold the Post Graduate Diploma in Deaf Education, you will be enrolled for a funded two-year, part-time university course commencing September 2026.

Your Application

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:

• A teaching qualification showing QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• A commitment to, and knowledge and current/recent experience of, working with deaf children and young people and/or children and young people with additional needs and disability
• Experience of working within a team and the positive contribution you have made
• A willingness to undertake a funded, 2-year post-graduate course in deaf education

To apply

To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions:

1. Please tell us about what has inspired your interest in deaf education, and in working with deaf children and young people?
2. Please share your experiences of working with deaf children and young people, and/or those with additional needs and disabilities. We'd like to hear about both the challenges you've faced and the successes you've achieved in supporting them.
3. How do you see the role of Advisory Teachers of the Deaf contributing to the lives of deaf children and young people?
4. How would you draw on your teaching experience to support your work as an Advisory Teacher of the Deaf?

Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.

If you are an experienced, qualified teacher and think this could be the role for you, we look forward to receiving your application.

The advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday 18th January 2026 with an interviews planned for Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th January 2026.

Contact Us

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Peter Abbotts, Professional Lead for Sensory Impairment via email at or phone (phone number removed).

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council.

Our Commitment

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.