Teacher of Deaf

Reed; Crawley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Education is seeking a committed Teacher of Deaf to join a Crawley primary school's support centre. This permanent role (0.8) centers on supporting deaf pupils to achieve inclusion academically and socially within a mainstream setting.

You will deliver tailored teaching, plan personalised programmes including Deaf Studies/BSL, monitor progress, and collaborate with SLTs, audiologists and mainstream staff to maximise access to learning.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS (or equivalent) and is committed to deaf education.
• Experience with or strong interest in supporting children who are deaf.
• Willing to work towards a mandatory qualification in teaching deaf children.
• Strong understanding of inclusive education and SEND provision.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and organisational skills.
• Confident working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of BSL is desirable but not essential.
• Passionate about improving outcomes and independence for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored teaching and support to pupils, promoting inclusion across the school.
• Plan, deliver and assess personalised learning programmes, including Deaf Studies and BSL (where appropriate).
• Monitor pupil progress, including hearing and language development, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Work collaboratively with mainstream teachers to differentiate learning and enhance accessibility.
• Develop, implement and review learning plans
• Work in partnership with Speech and Language Therapists, Audiologists and other external professionals.
• Ensure pupils receive appropriate audiological support to maximise their access to learning.
• Promote and implement communication strategies in line with relevant policies for hearing impairment.
• Contribute to staff development through training and raising deaf awareness across the school community.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers and external agencies to ensure joined-up support for pupils.

Skills

QTS

Deaf pupil support

Inclusive education

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

BSL knowledge

Passion for outcomes

Willing to develop Deaf qualification

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Teacher of Deaf (0.8)

Job Type: Permanent
4 days a week

Location: Crawley

Reed Education are supporting a primary school in Crawley who are seeking a committed and passionate Teacher of Deaf to join their support centre. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children who are deaf, supporting them to achieve full inclusion, both academically and socially, within a mainstream school setting.

Teacher of Deaf Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored teaching and support to pupils, promoting inclusion across the school.
• Plan, deliver and assess personalised learning programmes, including Deaf Studies and BSL (where appropriate).
• Monitor pupil progress, including hearing and language development, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Work collaboratively with mainstream teachers to differentiate learning and enhance accessibility.
• Develop, implement and review learning plans
• Work in partnership with Speech and Language Therapists, Audiologists and other external professionals.
• Ensure pupils receive appropriate audiological support to maximise their access to learning.
• Promote and implement communication strategies in line with relevant policies for hearing impairment.
• Contribute to staff development through training and raising deaf awareness across the school community.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers and external agencies to ensure joined-up support for pupils.

They are looking for someone who has the following:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or equivalent).
• Has experience working with, or a strong interest in, supporting children who are deaf.
• Has (or is willing to work towards) a mandatory qualification in teaching deaf children.
• Demonstrates strong understanding of inclusive education and SEND provision.
• Has excellent communication, collaboration and organisational skills.
• Is confident in working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Has knowledge of BSL (desirable but not essential).
• Is passionate about improving outcomes and promoting independence for all pupils.