Teacher of the Deaf
Whitefield School, London, E17 4AZThis job expired on 15 June 2020 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2020
Closing date
15 June 2020 at 5pm
Date listed
3 June 2020
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
Full-time equivalent salary
- Main pay range 1 to Upper pay range 3, £28,355 to £44,541 per year (full-time equivalent)
Additional allowances
SEN allowance 1 or 2 depending on qualifications
Teacher of the Deaf job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Qualified Teacher of the Deaf or an experienced teacher with substantial knowledge of this field to join our multidisciplinary outreach service — SENDsuccess — commissioned by Waltham Forest borough. This is a chance to work in a joined-up service that promotes inclusion for EY settings, mainstream school staff, children and their families in the borough. The work will be across all ages of pupils from 0-18 years.
Own transport is a necessity.
This is a 12-month contract initially. We are looking for a teacher who can join the team from September 2020 or asap.
As an outreach teacher you will support multi-agency settings, schools and parents by:
• offering tailored advice and support for staff working with hearing-impaired students
• providing whole school training and individual staff training covering best practice and the latest ideas and guidance
• working directly with students
• supporting parents and carers including some home visiting
• working in partnership with other agencies
• helping with the creation of online training and guidance materials and videos
During this pandemic, staff are currently working from home. Equipment will be provided to do this if necessary. Staff are working remotely with all settings and pupils. There are currently only virtual visits to settings. This is subject to change according to institutional and Government developments. Usually the team are based at Whitefield Academy, Macdonald Road, London E17 4AZ.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
About Whitefield School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 358 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Whitefield School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- Personnel@whitefield.waltham.sch.uk
About Us:
SENDsuccess is an outreach service for Waltham Forest schools and parents. We support mainstream schools to help their pupils who have sensory impairment, autism, learning or cognitive disabilities. We provide support for pupils with sensory needs from 0-18 years.
Whitefield Academy Trust comprises:
Whitefield Schools – an outstanding school based in Walthamstow which provides specialist education for pupils with complex needs including communication and interaction difficulties.
Joseph Clarke School - based nearby in Highams Park and highly regarded for its expertise in visual impairment.
The Trust Schools attract pupils from North and East London and surrounding counties and together have more than 450 pupils on roll.
Our Research and Development Centre provides support, training and resources for both school staff and other professionals. It also hosts an excellent library.
Waltham Forest as an area combines the best aspects of vibrant city living with easy access to some beautiful green spaces. It has excellent transport links.
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