At a Glance
- Tasks: Support deaf children and young people to reach their full potential through specialist interventions.
- Company: Join Hammersmith & Fulham Council's dedicated Sensory Team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, SEN allowance, and a permanent contract.
- Other info: Be part of an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of deaf children and their families.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher of the Deaf or equivalent experience with deaf children.
The predicted salary is between 57632 - 62496 £ per year.
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is looking for a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) to join our Sensory Team within the INSPIRE service. The role supports children and young people aged 0‑25, helping them reach their full potential through specialist interventions and collaboration with educational settings.
Key responsibilities
- Manage an individual caseload of deaf children and young people.
- Work closely with nurseries, early years settings, schools and post‑16 providers in the private, voluntary and independent sectors.
- Deliver high‑quality specialist interventions to support learning and development.
- Support families and enable equal access to educational opportunities.
- Collaborate with multi‑professional teams and external partners to embed deaf education within mainstream provision.
- Monitor progress and ensure children and young people can achieve their full potential.
Qualifications & Experience
- QQT of the Deaf (or equivalent teacher qualification with experience of deaf children).
- Experience working with deaf children and young people, and an understanding of how deafness can impact learning, interaction and relationships.
- Commitment to supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: £57,632 – £62,496 pro‑rata per annum, plus SEN allowance depending on qualifications and experience.
- Contract type: Permanent.
- Work location: 145 King Street, Hammersmith, W6 9JT.
- Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS Check.
Equal Opportunities
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and comply with the Equality Act 2010.
Application deadline
Closing date: 15 July 2026.
Contact Details:
Hammersmith & Fulham Council Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Teacher of the Deaf in London
Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD)
Experience working with deaf children and young people
Understanding of how deafness impacts learning
Collaboration with multi-professional teams
Specialist interventions in education
Support for families of deaf children
Commitment to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
