Deaf Education Advisor | Inclusion & Training Specialist

Oldham Council; Oldham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham Council is seeking an Advisory Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) in Oldham to provide teaching, support and advice for CYP with hearing loss. The role operates within the Sensory and Physical Support Service, focusing on inclusion and progress across SEND and inclusion teams.

There is a permanent contract with MPS/UPS plus a TLR 2a or 2b, dependent on qualifications and experience, and the post requires 32.5 hours per week under teachers’ terms and conditions.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher of the Deaf mandatory qualification or willingness to train within 3 years of appointment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with CYP, families and professionals.
• Sound knowledge and direct experience of working with CYP with a hearing loss.
• Minimum qualification in BSL Stage 1 (or relevant experience) and BSL Stage 2 or willingness to attain.
• The use of a car is necessary to work in settings throughout the borough.

Responsibilities

• To work with identified CYP to promote inclusion and overcome barriers to learning due to hearing loss.
• Collaborate with service staff, school staff, families, pupils and other professionals.
• Deliver and facilitate training and development of staff in schools and other agencies.
• Plan and deliver interventions for children with various learning needs and styles.

Skills

Qualified Teacher of the Deaf

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

BSL Level 1

Job description

Oldham Council is seeking an Advisory Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) in Oldham to provide teaching, support and advice for CYP with hearing loss. The role operates within the Sensory and Physical Support Service, focusing on inclusion and progress across SEND and inclusion teams.

There is a permanent contract with MPS/UPS plus a TLR 2a or 2b, dependent on qualifications and experience, and the post requires 32.5 hours per week under teachers’ terms and conditions.