An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Northumberland Sensory Support Service as a permanent, 0.8fte Qualified Teacher of the Deaf. (QToD)
The successful candidates will work throughout the Northumberland area on a peripatetic basis.
You will work in a variety of different settings, including in the home.
The role will involve direct intervention teaching in a classroom, 1:1 or small group setting. The advisory, child centred practice element of this role involves collaborative working with other relevant professionals.
The post will sit under the umbrella of the Low Incidence Needs Team. The Service work with children and young people whose ages range from 0-25.
The successful candidate will be a qualified teacher and will preferably have at least 3 years teaching experience. Applications are invited from qualified and experienced Teachers of the Deaf (QToD).
Working with our children, young people and their families is highly rewarding and enjoyable, and we welcome applications from people who can demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm, commitment, and a sense of humour.
The ability to work both individually and as part of a team is essential, as is experience in working with students who have a hearing loss.
The ability to travel across Northumberland is also an essential part of the role.
We are offering:
- A permanent position, 0.8fte (4days per week)
- Salary MPS/UPS per annum plus SEN 2allowance
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Closing date: Friday 3rd of July 2026
Shortlisting: Monday 6th July 2026
Please note the successful candidates must be available for interview on Friday the 10th of July 2026.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Allison Gilder, HIGH/Low Incidence Needs Team Service Manager at; Allison.gilder@northumberland.gov.uk or
Ginny Parker, HI Team Leader at; Ginny.parker@northumberland.gov.uk.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
We are investing in our workforce and are promoting opportunities to our under-represented groups. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, so that our teams reflect the communities we serve.
It is a great time to join us, and we welcome your application.
Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.