Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) – Manchester

Qualified Teacher of the Deaf

Salary:Teachers Main Scale plus SEN Allowance (pro rata for part-time)

Hours: A permanent part-time contract for 21 hours per week (0.6)

Base: Manchester (working across settings as required)

Line manager: Service Lead Deaf and Hearing Needs, and CEO of Big Life Schools

Closing date: Friday, 17 April (9:00am)

Interviews: Wednesday 29^th April 2026

As a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf, you will be providing specialist support to improve the educational outcomes and wider development of deaf children and young people (CYP) in Manchester.

Working flexibly across a range of education settings, you’ll assess the needs of CYP, plan and deliver strategies that support educational progress, and help CYP develop independence and confidence in learning. The exact duties of the role will vary depending upon the case and the setting in which you’re required.

A key aspect of the role includes providing advice and training to parents/carers and other professionals on inclusive strategies to support language development. You’ll be working closely with parents and carers, specialist health providers, voluntary organisations and Manchester Sensory Support (MSSS) staff. This role is ideal for a qualified teacher of the deaf with a strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and continuous professional development.