Educational Audiologist or Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (with an interest in Audiology)

Teacher Salary Range

£47,472 - £51,048 (pro rata for part time)

Allowances may apply, including TLR and/or SEN payments as agreed by the manager.

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Hours per week

27.5 (these are full time hours)

Work Base

Home Brewery Building, Arnold, NG5 6DA

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Educational Audiologist JDPS.pdf – 185KB Opens in a new window

Number of posts

1

Interview date

10 December 2026

Closing Date

22 November :55

The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive community for all. We believe in empowering individuals and families, ensuring everyone has access to the services they need. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs.

We are excited to invite applications for the role of Educational Audiologist or Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (with an interest in Audiology) within our Hearing and Vision Specialist Support Team, starting in April 2027 or sooner if possible. We are looking for a qualified Educational Audiologist or a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) who is passionate about leading in audiology and eager to pursue further professional development. Your commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people aged 0 to 19 years will be essential in this role.

This post carries a SEN point and TLR 2a.

As part of our dynamic multidisciplinary team, your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading audiology initiatives and providing expert guidance to colleagues.
• Collaborating with Qualified Teachers of the Deaf, Teachers of the Visually Impaired, and other specialists to enhance educational experiences.
• Supporting children and young people with hearing loss through tailored interventions and inclusive practices.
• Engaging with families to ensure their voices are heard in the educational process.
• Contributing to the continuous professional development of the team and yourself.

To Thrive In This Role, You Will Need

• A recognised qualification as a Qualified Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) or Educational Audiologst with QTOD.
• A minimum of five years' teaching experience, with a strong understanding of hearing loss and educational audiology. At least 2 years working with children and young people with hearing loss, ideally in a peripatetic role.
• Knowledge of inclusive practices and SEND legislation.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and collaborative working.

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself as an accredited Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.

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