Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD)

Vac Description

JOB SUMMARY
To provide high-quality specialist teaching, advice, and support to children and young people (0–25) who are Deaf,
enabling them to achieve their full potential in education and life. To work as part of Sutton’s Hearing and Vision
Education Service (HaVES), contributing to inclusive practice, raising attainment, and promoting equality of
opportunity.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Specialist Teaching and Support
• Manage a caseload of children and young people with varying levels of Deafness, including complex and multisensory needs.
• Provide specialist teaching and interventions to support the development of speech, language,
communication, listening and learning skills.
• Support children and young people to maximise the effective use of hearing technology, including hearing
aids, cochlear implants, radio aids and assistive listening devices.
• Advise on and promote effective communication strategies to facilitate access to learning and participation
in educational settings.
• Support educational settings to adapt teaching approaches, learning environments and curriculum delivery
to meet individual needs.
Assessment and Planning
• Undertake specialist assessments and observations to identify educational, communication and listening
needs.
• Produce clear, evidence-based recommendations and strategies for educational settings, families and other
professionals.
• Monitor, evaluate and record progress, adapting support and intervention plans as required.
• Contribute to statutory assessment processes, including Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and
Annual Reviews.
Advisory Role and Training
• Advise schools, early years providers, colleges, and families on inclusive practice for children and young
people who are deaf
• Provide training for staff on deafness, assistive technology, and curriculum access.
• Promote awareness and understanding of deafness across the borough.
Multi-Agency Collaboration
• Work closely with parents/carers, therapists, SENDCOs, and other professionals to ensure a coordinated
approach.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and reviews.
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Service Development
• Support the delivery of Sutton’s SEND and Inclusion Strategy in relation to sensory impairment.
• Contribute to service planning, evaluation, and innovation within HaVES.
Safeguarding
• Follow safeguarding procedures and always ensure the welfare of children and young people.
GENERIC OBJECTIVES:
Contribute to Cognus Limited’s business objectives at the appropriate level by ensuring every child matters and has
access to education and learning opportunities, including:
a) Health and safety
b) Safeguarding and protection of children
c) Equal opportunities and management of diversity
d) Data protection
e) Outstanding Customer care

About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a specialist, collaborative and ambitious team supporting
children and young people aged 0–25 with hearing impairment, including those with complex and additional
needs. Through your expertise, guidance and advocacy, you will play a vital role in ensuring children and young
people can access learning, develop communication skills and thrive in their educational journey.
Whether supporting a baby newly diagnosed with hearing loss, advising a mainstream school on inclusive
practice, or helping a young person prepare for adulthood, your work will have a lasting impact.