KS1 Teacher - Deaf Pupils, BSL Skilled

TeacherActive Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading rates of pay

CPD Courses and certificates

Referral Scheme - £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a qualified Key Stage 1 Teacher for a full-time maternity cover at a specialist school in Derby. The role requires delivering the KS1 curriculum, using British Sign Language to support communication, and creating an inclusive, engaging classroom for deaf or hearing-impaired pupils.

Salary is £174–£240 per day, working on-site from November 2026 with a supportive team and a smooth onboarding process.

Qualifications

• QTS required or ECTs welcomed.
• Experience teaching KS1 preferred.
• Experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired children.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Patient, adaptable and inclusive teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver the Key Stage 1 curriculum.
• Use BSL to support communication in class.
• Ensure pupils are fully engaged and supported throughout learning.

Skills

KS1 experience

BSL skills

Deaf/hearing-impaired experience

Classroom management

Inclusive teaching

QTS

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a qualified Key Stage 1 Teacher for a full-time maternity cover at a specialist school in Derby. The role requires delivering the KS1 curriculum, using British Sign Language to support communication, and creating an inclusive, engaging classroom for deaf or hearing-impaired pupils.

Salary is £174–£240 per day, working on-site from November 2026 with a supportive team and a smooth onboarding process.