British Sign Language (BSL) & Deaf Studies Tutor

We are looking for an experienced BSL and Deaf Studies Tutor to 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.

The successful candidate will:

• have excellent planning, organisation and adaptive teaching skills
• have strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with deaf and hearing learners, families and professionals
• have a qualification to teach Signature Level 1 to 4, or higher
• have energy and enthusiasm and a commitment to work as part of a team
• availability to work up to 6.00pm on some evenings
• have experience of teaching and formally assessing BSL across a range of levels and age groups
• work collaboratively as part of a supportive team of deaf and hearing staff
• have an understanding of the language and communication needs of deaf children and young people
• be familiar with and practised at using formal assessments
• be familiar with DCAL assessment