Lead Teacher Of The Deaf - Meridian Primary School

Job Introduction

Employer: Meridian Primary School

Location: Greenwich

Contract Type: Full Time

Contract Term: Permanent

Salary: Main/UPS TLR 2B

Closing Date: 12.00pm 6th March 2026

NURTURE ASPIRATION EQUALITY INCLUSION CREATIVITY

We are looking for a Lead Teacher of the Deaf to join our team from September 2026 and lead our Local Authority Resourced Provision (LARP) for deaf children. This is a great opportunity for an experienced or flourishing leader to play a key role within our vibrant, creative school community which values individuality and celebrates differences.

You will be -

● Be an excellent Teacher of the Deaf who is passionate about inclusive learning, and committed to an oral/aural approach

● Have high aspirations for all children and a strong understanding of inclusive primary education

● Have a proven track record of improving outcomes for SEND/deaf children

● Be a resourceful and reflective leader who can inspire, motivate and develop others

● Be committed to collaborative learning and the professional development of self and others

● Be empathetic, efficient and well-organised

We can offer you -

● An opportunity to play a key role in further promoting and strengthening our successful LARP and make a difference for our fabulous children

● An inclusive and richly diverse learning community where deaf children are fully integrated into all aspects of school life

● A supportive and friendly staff team

● A unique location in the heart of Greenwich with great transport links – view the World Heritage Site from our rooftop Arts Studio 

● A commitment to your own professional development and opportunities for you to work alongside experienced leaders within our small federation and local partnership group

● An exciting and dynamic curriculum

In this middle leadership role, you will work with senior leaders to implement our ambitious vision for the future. We look forward to hearing from candidates who are passionate about inclusion and equality of opportunity and are keen to work with our committed staff team and skilled governing body.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or talk with a senior leader, please telephone: 020 8858 3572.

Meridian is committed to ensuring that our school community practises anti-racist behaviours and has a culture that values equality and diversity.

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to minimise risk and continuously promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. All posts within the school are subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates in line with KCSIE guidelines. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Closing date: 12.00pm 6th March 2026

Interview: The week beginning 9th March 2026 (this will be finalised following shortlisting)

If you would like to apply for this post please complete the application form within this pack. It can also be found within the school website.