Higher Level Teaching Assistant

UCM Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support children with complex mental health needs in Southwark. This full-time role involves supporting teaching in primary classrooms and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates have a psychology background and a passion for improving youth wellbeing. Apply with your CV today to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Desired qualification is a Psychology background or degree.
• Must be calm under pressure and flexible.
• Passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the primary classroom.
• Assist with adolescent students as necessary.
• Attend Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings.
• Manage administrative tasks with training provided.
• Collaborate with clinicians, therapists, and teaching staff.

Job description

We are looking for a proactive, confident, and committed Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our hospital school team in Southwark, supporting children and adolescents with complex mental health needs

This is a full-time position working within a highly specialised and supportive environment, where your work will make a meaningful difference every day.

You will be:

• Supporting teaching and learning within the primary classroom
• Assisting across the wider school, including with adolescent students where necessary
• Attending Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and other school meetings
• Expected to manage high levels of administration (training will be provided on hospital systems)
• Working collaboratively with clinicians, therapists, and teaching staff

A Psychology graduate or someone with a psychology background is highly desirable due to the nature of the setting. Candidates must be calm under pressure, flexible, and passionate about supporting young people’s wellbeing and educational outcomes.

If this sounds like you, please apply with your CV today!

UCM Education specialises in placing teachers and support staff in schools and nurseries throughout the UK. Due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot contact all unsuccessful applicants. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.