Educational Audiologist OR Teacher of the Deaf

Teacher Salary Range £47,472 - £51,048 (pro rata for part time) Allowances may apply, including TLR and/or SEN payments as agreed by the manager. Type of vacancy Permanent Work pattern Full Time Hours per week 27.5 (these are full time hours) Work Base Home Brewery Building, Arnold, NG5 6DA Working Arrangements Hybrid / Person Specification Educational Audiologist JDPS.pdf – 185KB Opens in a new window Number of posts 1 Interview date 10 December 2026 Closing Date 22 November 2026 23:55 The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more. Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive community for all. We believe in empowering individuals and families, ensuring everyone has access to the services they need. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs. We are excited to invite applications for the role of Qualified Teacher of the Deaf within our Hearing and Vision Specialist Support Team, starting in April 2027 or sooner if possible. We are looking for a qualified a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) who is passionate about leading in audiology and eager to pursue further professional development. Your commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people aged 0 to 19 years will be essential in this role. This post carries a SEN point and TLR 2a. As part of our dynamic multidisciplinary team, your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading audiology initiatives and providing expert guidance to colleagues.
• Collaborating with Qualified Teachers of the Deaf, Teachers of the Visually Impaired, and other specialists to enhance educational experiences.
• Supporting children and young people with hearing loss through tailored interventions and inclusive practices.
• Engaging with families to ensure their voices are heard in the educational process.
• Contributing to the continuous professional development of the team and yourself. To Thrive In This Role, You Will Need
• A recognised qualification as a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) or Educational Audiologst with QTOD.
• A minimum of five years' teaching experience, with a strong understanding of hearing loss and educational audiology. At least 2 years working with children and young people with hearing loss, ideally in a peripatetic role.
• Knowledge of inclusive practices and SEND legislation.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and collaborative working. For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Joy Summerell on 0115 8043743 or by email SIS.sev@nottscc.gov.uk. Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.