Teacher of the Deaf

Directorate: Children and Families

Section: Learning Services

Location: Hazel Trees

Grade: Teachers Main Pay Scale with SEN allowance

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

About us:

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

Further information on the Council and our directorates

The Role:

Are you a dynamic, energetic and passionate professional who believes that deaf children and young people can achieve extraordinary things?

We are seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of the Deaf to join our dedicated team. Applications are welcomed from both qualified Teachers of the Deaf and experienced SEND professionals who are willing to undertake the mandatory training and gain the qualification while in post. This is an exciting opportunity to work with deaf children and young people across a range of educational settings, helping them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about improving outcomes for deaf children and young people.
• Has the energy, drive and enthusiasm to make a real difference.
• Is committed to inclusive practice and high aspirations for all learners.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with families, schools, settings and partner agencies.
• Values building strong relationships and supporting families both within and beyond educational settings. Is an excellent communicator with the ability to motivate, support and inspire others.

What you'll do:

• Provide specialist teaching, advice and support for deaf children and young people.
• Work closely with families, educational settings and professionals to ensure children achieve their full potential.
• Support inclusive practice across a variety of educational environments.
• Contribute to assessment, planning and the development of effective strategies to meet individual needs.

Desirable qualities:

• Strong IT and digital skills.
• An interest in developing and implementing technology to support deaf children and young people.
• Experience of using innovative approaches and assistive technologies to enhance access, communication and learning.

For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager Richard Morely, Richard.Morley@stoke.gov.uk

What we offer:

• A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
• Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes

Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here

Pre-Employment Checks:

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:

• Right to Work in the UK
• Proof of address
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health Clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)

The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.

No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.

Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.