Specialist Support Teacher

Specialist Support Teacher (d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students)

Nationwide UK Opportunities | Remote & Face-to-Face Delivery Available

Salary

Competitive hourly rate, depending on qualifications, experience, and DSA funding arrangements.

Location

Nationwide across the UK

Flexible delivery options including:

• Remote/online support
• On-campus support
• Hybrid working arrangements

About Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting

At Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting, we believe that disabled people should have equal opportunities to thrive in education and the workplace. As a disability-focused organisation, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible working environment where disabled professionals can succeed and progress in their careers.

We actively encourage applications from disabled candidates, including d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing professionals, neurodivergent individuals, and those with physical, sensory, mental health, or long-term health conditions.

Many of our team have lived experience of disability, and we recognise the unique insight this can bring when supporting students.

We are currently seeking qualified and experienced Specialist Support Teachers (d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students) to support university students across the UK.

The Role

You will work directly with d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in Higher Education, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop the skills needed to achieve academic success and independence.

Support may include:

• Identifying disability-related barriers to learning
• Developing personalised learning strategies
• Supporting study skills, organisation and academic independence
• Advising on accessible learning approaches
• Supporting students to engage effectively with lectures, seminars, laboratories, placements and assessments
• Liaising with university disability services where appropriate
• Maintaining professional support records and session reports
• Delivering support remotely and/or face-to-face

Essential Requirements

Applicants must meet the qualification and experience requirements for DSA-funded Specialist Support provision.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold:

• A recognised teaching qualification or equivalent professional education qualification; and
• A recognised specialist qualification in Deaf Education, such as:
  • Mandatory Qualification in Teaching Deaf Learners (MQ)
  • Teacher of the Deaf qualification
  • Equivalent recognised specialist qualification

Experience

You should be able to demonstrate:

• Significant experience working with d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing learners
• Experience supporting students in educational settings
• Understanding of the academic and social impact of deafness and hearing loss
• Knowledge of inclusive teaching and learning practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively

Desirable

• Previous experience delivering DSA-funded support
• Experience supporting students within Higher Education
• Knowledge of assistive technology and accessibility tools used by d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
• Understanding of SEND and disability legislation
• Lived experience of disability, deafness, hearing loss, neurodivergence, or a long-term health condition

Why Join Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting?

We aim to be an employer of choice for disabled professionals.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Remote and face-to-face opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Administrative support
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities to influence and improve student support provision
• Reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment

We understand that flexibility and accessibility are essential. We are happy to discuss individual needs and work collaboratively with successful applicants to ensure they have the adjustments required to perform their role effectively.

Accessibility Commitment

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible.

Reasonable adjustments are available at every stage of recruitment, including:

• Alternative application formats
• Additional time during recruitment activities
• Accessible interview arrangements
• Remote interview options
• Communication support where required

If you need adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can support you appropriately.

Safer Recruitment

All appointments are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Right to Work checks
• Satisfactory references
• Verification of qualifications and professional memberships

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Phoenix Dyslexia Consulting is proud to be a disability-positive employer.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled candidates, including d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing professionals, neurodivergent individuals, people with physical or sensory impairments, mental health conditions, long-term health conditions, and those from other underrepresented backgrounds.

We value both professional expertise and lived experience and recognise that diverse perspectives strengthen the services we provide to students.

Our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we support and to create a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and able to contribute fully.

Where candidates meet the essential criteria for the role, we strongly encourage applications from disabled applicants. We will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and employment process to remove barriers wherever possible.

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