Teacher of the Deaf

An opportunity has arisen for a Teacher of the Deaf to join the Deaf Support Base team at Culloden Primary Academy. The successful applicant will contribute to effective teaching and learning for deaf and hearing impaired pupils, to ensure they develop effective communication skills and achieve good academic outcomes. We have a total communication policy and aim to include pupils in all aspects of the curriculum and the life of the school. The successful applicant will report to the Deaf Support Base Manager. This will be a demanding, varied, highly challenging and rewarding role that will provide an excellent career opportunity for an exceptional individual. As a Trust, we are outcomes-driven and welcome discussions of flexible working options.

The successful applicant will:

• have a sound understanding of the impact of hearing impairment on learning and how to plan and differentiate to account for this;
• have a commitment to collaborative working;
• have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and
• promote effective, inclusive education for deaf pupils.

All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by the school and the Trust.

Applications are invited from those who feel they have the relevant skills, experience, drive and ambition.  An application form, job description and person specification can be obtained from www.paradigmtrust.org/careers. 

If you would like to meet or have a conversation with the Principal about the role, this can be arranged by contacting the HR team on 0208 980 1503.