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Job Description

Job purpose to enable Deaf children in Leeds to achieve the best possible educational and personal outcomes.

Responsibilities

• To facilitate curriculum access for deaf learners including those who are using sign as a means of communication
• To facilitate communication between deaf pupils and hearing peers and adults by using BSL, Sign Supported English and English
• Provide communication support for staff, pupils and parents in a variety of situations
• To adapt materials and the delivery of curriculum content to enable access to deaf learners
• To deliver programmes of support and learning as required including specialist programmes set by a QToD or Speech and Language Therapists
• To monitor, assess and report on curriculum access and progress
• To contribute towards mainstream and specialist curriculum planning
• To liaise effectively with mainstream teaching staff and Sensory Service personnel
• To work in a multi-disciplinary, multi-agency manner and attend meetings as required
• To promote and support the social and emotional welfare of learners and the achievement of the desired outcomes for children as described in the CYPP
• To assist with training for school staff and children
• To ensure familiarity with pupils individual needs, programmes and required strategies
• To promote a positive view of Deafness and differences in culture.
• To participate in the ongoing evaluation of pupils support programmes.
• To facilitate communication for deaf children participating in extra-curricular and out of school activities.
• To liaise effectively and develop partnerships with families
• To promote the influence of the voice of the child or young person
• To take appropriate steps to promote and ensure the safeguarding of children while following agreed policies and practice
• To participate in training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills.
• To undertake other duties appropriate to the post as required by the line manager or DAHIT management

Additionally, as a member of Leeds City Council you will be expected to:

• Undertake other duties appropriate to the post as required by the City Lead Teacher of Deaf Children and Young People.
• Comply with the requirements of all Leeds City Council policies, procedures and staff instructions, including responsibilities under the Health and Safety Policy and Procedures.
• Actively promote and support Leeds City Council's Policies on Equal Opportunities and to work in an anti-oppressive manner.

The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 in BSL or equivalent functioning with willingness to undertake Level 3 upon appointment
• Educated to GCSE level C/ level 5 or above in English and Maths

Desirable

• BSL/English Interpreting qualification
• CACDP Deaf Awareness

Essential Requirements

It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate that they meet all the essential requirements.

• Demonstrate an appropriate level of BSL skills to facilitate two-way communication in a sign bilingual environment
• Facilitate communication between Deaf pupils and hearing adults and pupils through the use of BSL, English and Sign Supported English.
• Can advise others as to the needs of individual Deaf pupils.
• Can share information with other professionals in reviews of individual pupil progress.
• Contribute to the on-going training of mainstream staff and other professionals
• Work with others to monitor, assess and record pupil progress.
• Produce quality learning and support materials
• Demonstrate effective time management.
• Ability to undertake work in homes, nursery, primary and secondary phase as required
• Use ICT and technology effectively to promote learning
• Understand the potential implications of hearing loss on educational attainment as well as social and emotional development and well-being.
• Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to British Sign Language learning, sign bilingualism and communication support, particularly in the acquisition of English and Literacy
• To have high expectations of deaf and hearing impaired children

Desirable Requirements

It is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post.

Experience Of

• working with deaf children and young people
• working with children in an educational setting
• working with families
• working as a CSW or BSL interpreter
• advising and supporting colleagues or other professionals

Essential Behavioural And Other Characteristics

• Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
• Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon
• Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
• Carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
• Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
• Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
• Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
• Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and