Teacher of Deaf

Teacher of Deaf (0.8)Job Type: Permanent4 days a weekLocation: CrawleyReed 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 

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

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