BSL & Deaf Studies Tutor – Special School

About the Role

Blanche Nevile School is seeking an experienced British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Studies Tutor to plan, deliver and assess a high-quality curriculum for deaf and hearing pupils, parents and staff. Teaching will cover Signature Levels 1 to 4 or higher, alongside Deaf Studies lessons aligned with the Deaf Studies Curriculum.

This is a permanent, part-time, term-time-only position, working 19.5 hours across three days per week for 40 weeks each year, including five INSET days. Normal working hours are 8.30am to 3.30pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Some evening availability until 6.00pm is required. The postholder will work across the school’s primary and secondary sites.

The salary is £38,256 to £39,276 FTE, on Haringey Scale SO1, spinal points 23 to 25, with an actual salary of approximately £19,606 to £20,292. A 3.3% pay award is pending. The role is expected to begin as soon as possible, and the closing date is 27 November 2026 at 9.00am.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, teach and assess BSL courses from Signature Level 1 through Level 4 or higher.

• Deliver engaging Deaf Studies lessons in accordance with the Deaf Studies Curriculum.

• Adapt teaching for deaf and hearing learners across different ages, stages and levels.

• Use formal assessment methods, including DCAL assessment where appropriate.

• Collaborate effectively with deaf and hearing colleagues, families and other professionals.

• Support the language, communication and learning needs of deaf children and young people.

Applicants must be qualified to teach Signature Levels 1 to 4 or higher and have experience of teaching and formally assessing BSL across different levels and age groups. Strong planning, organisation, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with enthusiasm and a collaborative approach.

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK and complete an enhanced DBS check. Visa sponsorship is not available, and CVs will not be accepted.

What We Offer

• A skilled and supportive team of deaf and hearing colleagues.

• A child-centred, sign-bilingual environment using BSL and English.

• Specialist small-class teaching alongside high-quality inclusion.

• Collaborative working with Highgate Primary School and Fortismere School.

• Professional development within a highly specialised educational setting.

About the School

Blanche Nevile School is a special school for deaf pupils aged 3 to 16 in Muswell Hill, London. Founded in 1895, it provides specialist education through an innovative sign-bilingual approach.

Its primary provision is co-located with Highgate Primary School, while its secondary provision is co-located with Fortismere School. With 97 pupils, the school combines BSL and English, specialist small-class teaching and meaningful inclusion within mainstream partner schools.

Blanche Nevile School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointment is subject to relevant safeguarding, employment and suitability checks.