HLTA

Job Advert – HLTA (Hospital School)

Full‑Time | Temporary | ASAP Start

Location: Children’s Hospital School
Contract: Full‑time, temporary
Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP
DBS: Enhanced DBS required

The Role

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a children’s hospital school for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

This is a highly rewarding role supporting children with complex medical, physical and cognitive needs within a hospital education setting. Experience in a similar SEN or hospital‑based role is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning for pupils with PMLD and SLD
• Deliver planned learning activities under the direction of teaching staff
• Provide high levels of personal care, sensory support and communication support
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and medical considerations
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, medical staff and families
• Maintain a calm, safe and nurturing learning environment
• Support pupils on 1:1 or small‑group basis

Essential Requirements

• HLTA qualification or equivalent (or above)
• Proven experience supporting children with PMLD and/or SLD
• Experience working in a specialist SEN, hospital, or complex needs setting
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and SEND practices
• Confident, calm and resilient approach
• Ability to work flexibly in a medical/clinical environment

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work in a highly specialist and rewarding setting
• Make a meaningful difference to children with complex needs
• Supportive, multi‑disciplinary team environment
• Immediate start available

📩 Apply today for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential discussion.