Advisory Teacher of the Deaf

This is an exciting opportunity to join Virtual School Sensory Support which is within the newly formed Education Inclusion Service in Norfolk.

A highly motivated teacher is required to join a team of teachers of the deaf supporting deaf children and young people, at home and in a range of educational settings across Norfolk, including resource bases.

The Virtual School Sensory Support offers a comprehensive and flexible range of support to deaf children and their families. We are seeking an inspirational teacher with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to think and plan creatively. A proven record of successful partnership working with parents, health and social care colleagues is an advantage.

You will need to have excellent oral and written communication skills. They will understand the barriers to access arrangements and learning that deaf children and young people face and how these barriers may be overcome.

An opportunity to train for the mandatory qualification whilst in post is on offer for the right candidate.

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please contact Karen Taylor on 01603 704040 or Kate Stocks on 07900 164819.

For further details and to apply visit: www.norfolk.gov.uk/jobsandcareers

Please quote job reference: 13283 CHWE

Closing date: 19 September 2016

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

Norfolk County Council welcomes applicants irrespective of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We are committed to supporting flexible working practices for our employees.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Education Inclusion Service
Virtual School Sensory Support,
Norwich