Job Description

Do you want to help deaf and hearing-impaired children get the most out of their education? If you do, join our team at the Deaf Support Facility and apply for this role.


Salary Scale - Teacher's main/upper pay scale plus 2 SEN points if you are a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf


This post is for a Full time Maternity Cover Post starting September 2025 - Fixed term for one year. Part time applications will also be considered - please make it clear in your cover letter if you are looking for part time or full time.


An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the Sensory Needs Service as a teacher within one of the Hearing Support Facilities. In the first instance, you will be based at a thriving, innovative Facility at Willingdon Primary School in Eastbourne working alongside the Lead Teacher of the Deaf. A qualified Teacher of the Deaf with primary experience is preferred however this position would suit an experienced teacher with a strong understanding of SEND at Primary Level or an outstanding Primary teacher with a strong understanding of literacy and language development. Knowledge of phonics development is an essential part of the this role.


You will have a sound knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and understand how to make it creative and dynamic to engage pupils who have speech and language difficulties associated with deafness. You will be responsible for planning and delivering 1:1 and small group interventions with a range of children across KS1and KS2 focusing primarily on developing their literacy and language skills. No knowledge of sign language is needed as the majority of our pupils are predominantly oral, but if you have signing qualifications this would be a bonus.


To apply for this role, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV and a supporting statement. We will be using your supporting statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.


Please download the & Person Specification for more information.


Interviews will be held in person on Thursday, 27 June 2024 at Priory School Deaf Support Facility.


Whilst you work in a school environment you will have the added advantage of access to ESCC being part of the Sensory Needs Service.


For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Sarah Miller-Cook, Senior Lead Teacher for Deaf Support Facilities at Sarah.Miller-Cook@eastsussex.gov.uk or by telephone 07712543589.


We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.


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Additional Information



This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.



Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.



If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas



If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.