Sheffield City Council is looking for a Head of Deaf Support Service. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Sheffield paying £64,691 to £71,330 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Leads Sheffield Deaf Support Service, which supports deaf babies, children and young people across home, early years, school and college settings. Leads an integrated resource provision and a specialist peripatetic team, working with families, education settings, health and social care.
About Sheffield City Council
Sheffield City Council is the metropolitan council for the city of Sheffield in South Yorkshire, covering the city centre and suburbs from Hillsborough and Stocksbridge in the north-west to Mosborough in the south-east. Based at the Town Hall, it runs all local council services, including education, social care, housing, highways and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Qualified Teacher of the Deaf
- Experience leading specialist staff
- Budget and resource management
- SEND and safeguarding knowledge
- Signed communication and assistive technology skills
- Strong partnership working
What’s on offer
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Flexible working options considered
- Reduced hours, part time or job share considered
- Starts at bottom of grade
How to apply
You apply directly with Sheffield City Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Sheffield City Council’s website.
