About the role
Required for November 2026 or January 2027
Primary Teacher of Deaf Children
Salary Range: MPS, fringe allowance and SEN points, dependant on qualifications. This is a full time permanent position. Discounted accommodation onsite is available if required.
Due to increasing numbers, we are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and committed teacher to join a well-established and expanding team. The successful candidate will be based in a lower school class teaching a small group of children.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and committed teacher to join a well-established team and expanding team. The successful candidate will be able to teach across the curriculum at Primary KS1/2 and have a strong knowledge and understanding of language development in Deaf children.
Qualified teachers of the deaf, or those with such aspirations, are invited to apply. Knowledge and skills in British Sign Language, or a commitment to work towards minimum BSL3, is essential.
We are looking for a teacher in primary who also has
interest in language development and early years
SEN experience
an understanding of how deaf children develop English through reading and writing
knowledge of British Sign Language or a commitment to work towards minimum BSL3
Benefits include:
· Working within a dynamic and highly successful school team
· Fully funded courses to learn British Sign Language
· Full training provided to become a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf
· Regular funded CPD opportunities
· SEN points
· Laptops for all teachers
· Access to staff support service including online GP and many more perks
· Breakfast provided
· School lunch free and bookable Monday-Friday
· Free onsite parking
· Great school community
Heathlands is committed to safeguarding pupils and this post will require an enhanced DBS check.
Your Application Form and Person Specification Form should be returned to:
The Co-Headteachers, Heathlands School, Heathlands Drive, St Albans AL3 5AY.
Email: [email protected]
For an informal discussion please telephone the school office on 01727 807807 to speak to a Co-Headteacher or contact the school by email to arrange a facetime discussion.
Closing date: Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews: tbc
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and shortlisted candidates will be asked to share any relevant criminal history prior to interview.
The successful applicant will also be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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