Description
We are seeking an experienced British Sign Language and Deaf Studies Tutor to join our team at Blanche Nevile School for Deaf Children, North London.
The successful candidate will plan, deliver and assess a high-quality British Sign Language curriculum up to Level 4 or higher for Deaf and hearing pupils, parents and staff – alongside delivering Deaf Studies lessons for learners in line with the Deaf Studies Curriculum.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, deliver and assess British Sign Language curriculum
- Deliver Deaf Studies lessons
- Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team of deaf and hearing staff
- Have excellent planning, organisation and adaptive teaching skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with deaf and hearing learners, families and professionals
- Qualification to teach Signature Level 1 to 4, or higher
- Experience of teaching and formally assessing BSL across a range of levels and age groups
- Understanding of the language and communication needs of deaf children and young people
- Familiarity with formal assessments and DCAL assessment
Benefits:
- Permanent contract
- Salary: SO1 (Spinal Points 23 to 25)
- Hours of work: 19.5 hours per week, term time only (40 weeks)
- Opportunity to work with a skilled team of deaf and hearing staff
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.