River Beach Primary School
Job title:
Teacher of the Deaf in charge of the Special Support Centre
Company
River Beach Primary School
Job description
Ref: 200133
Required: April 2024
Scale: TMS / UPS, plus SEN 1 or 2 (dependent on ToD Qualification/experience)
Contract: Permanent, 1FTE Salary: TMS / UPS, £30,000 to £46,525p.a. pro rata
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf to join our team as the Teacher in Charge looking after the Special Support Centre for Deaf Children. Working with our deaf pupils within our thriving mainstream school you will ensure that children’s needs are met within an inclusive environment and the key principles for inclusion are embraced. The role of the Teacher of the Deaf in Charge of the SSC is to facilitate access and inclusion to ensure our deaf children reach their full potential. As the Teacher in Charge you will work closely with the Headteacher, Leadership Team and colleagues in the strategic development and implementation of the SSC policy.
We welcome applications for this post from candidates who:
– Are outstanding teachers, ideally hold the Mandatory Teacher of the Deaf qualification.
– Have high aspirations for all deaf pupils.
– Have experience of working with deaf children.
– Have excellent signing skills, to at least to BSL level 2.
– Have an excellent understanding of deafness and its impact on a child’s learning.
– Can lead our excellent team of Special Support Assistants in the SSC.
– Will work closely with the Specialist Speech and Language Therapy service, to be able to support and implement individual SaLT programmes.
– Have a good understanding of Audiology.
– Will promote the successful inclusion and learning opportunities for deaf children.
– Can provide outreach support to deaf children in local mainstream schools.
We can offer you:
– The opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of our deaf pupils.
– Our SSC helps deaf pupils develop the communication skills, social skills and confidence required to achieve their full academic potential.
– A friendly, happy and caring environment in which all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are happy to attend and proud of their school.
– A school which is well respected within the local community.
If you are interested in this post, please complete an application form detailing how your experience, skills and knowledge meet the essential requirements, as detailed in the job description and person specification. Completed application forms should be sent to the school for the attention of the Headteacher by email to [email protected]
If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, or would like to visit the school prior to submitting your application please contact Julie Sampson, Office Manager Tel: 01903 725500, to arrange a suitable time.
River Beach Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references, qualifications, health, enhanced DBS checks and online social media searches.
Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 2nd February 2024
Interview date : Thursday 8th February 2024
Posted Date: 15 January 2024
Closing Date: 2 February 2024
Interview Date: 08 February 2024
Expected salary
£30000 – 46525 per year
Location
Littlehampton, West Sussex
Job date
Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:16:48 GMT
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