Due to the expansion of the Hearing Resource Base (HRB), Sheldon School is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teacher or Trainee Teacher of the Deaf to join our established provision. We are looking for a full time candidate however part time hours could be negotiated for a suitable candidate.

The school adopts an auditory/oral approach, with students taught in mainstream classes alongside their hearing peers, where they benefit from high-quality teaching delivered by subject specialists. The Resource Base offers up to 15 Local Authority-funded places for students with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) for their sensory needs (hearing).

All teaching and support staff receive specialist training on how to accommodate the needs of deaf students, fostering a strong culture of deaf awareness across the whole school community.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Resource Base Manager in producing strategies to support staff and stakeholders working with deaf/hard of hearing students, including those with additional SEN needs. You will play a pivotal role in helping students to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, enabling them to fully participate in the life of the school.

 Our School

At Sheldon, we are unapologetic in our approach to ensuring that every student can thrive regardless of social background, academic ability or special educational need. We give students a better chance of success than if they attended any other school. We pride ourselves on having the highest expectations of all students and staff. We are passionate about working together with parents to ensure success for all our pupils. We are committed to providing a high-quality education that improves the life chances of all students.

Our Values

Be kind means that we are thoughtful and considered about how we treat ourselves and others and we always show gratitude.

Be brave means that we are confident learners who contribute in lessons. We don’t make excuses and we accept that we all make mistakes and learn from them.

Be the best you means we give 100% each and every day to be the best we can be. We believe that success comes through showing ambition, grit and stamina.

How to make an application

To apply, complete the My New Term Application Form using the Supporting Statement section of the form to detail your suitability for the role, your motivation for making an application and how your knowledge, experience and training meet the person specification. We may choose to close this vacancy earlier if we have enough interest.

In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer feedback on individual applications that are not shortlisted for interview.