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UNCRC Article 23 children with a disability): A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence and to play an active part in the community. UNCRC Article 29 (goals of education): Education must develop every child’s personality, talents and abilities to the full.

Start date: September 2025
Hours: Full-time or Part-time (if P/T, days can be negotiated)

Due to an increase in the number of students on roll, the Wandsworth Hospital and Home Tuition Service (HHTS) has developed a pilot programme for students who have experienced long term emotionally based school non-attendance/avoidance, mental health challenges and some additional special educational needs. We now have an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced teacher to join our creative, supportive, and enthusiastic team of hospital schoolteachers across St George’s Hospital and Springfield Hospital. The role is primarily working with students on our Compass programme, who are experiencing significant challenges around attending their school, their wellbeing and mental health. The role is event linked for one year as part of the pilot, following the pilot we hope to extend this into a permanent provision.

The successful candidate will become part of our highly collaborative and supportive hospital teaching team. There is a comprehensive training and induction package to support our new teachers in the role and further develop their professional expertise as specialists in mental health and hospital education.

Compass is a part-time reintegration educational programme for young people resident within the London Borough of Wandsworth.   All students have EHCPs and have EBSNA (Emotion Based School Non-Attendance).  Many of our students have additional needs such as autism, ADHD and SLCN.

We are looking for teachers who bring enthusiasm and innovation to the role and will enjoy working collaboratively as part of our wider team. Knowledge of SEN, adaptive teaching and breadth of curriculum expertise and interest are key. The role would suit a candidate who is skilled in one of more areas of expertise but is happy to learn and deliver a more holistic education programme supported by a diverse and talented teaching. Class sizes are small (4-7 students) with high staff to student ratios.

The successful candidate will be the main class teacher for the Compass Discovery class, which encompasses students within Key Stage 3 and 4.  Students within this class have been missing from education for a significant amount of time and are learning to re-engage with both a daily routine and in a small class.   The teacher assigned to this classroom will be required to plan, assess and deliver an innovative and interactive curriculum, including English and maths, that will both engage but also challenge and stretch the students.  The teacher should be either be familiar with/or willing to upskills to deliver functional skills and entry level certificate.  The service welcomes outdoor and community learning and so the candidate must be prepared to engage students on regular trips and outings to both inspire but also support their independence and develop skills needed for everyday life.

Teachers will also work with a range of clinical professionals to build effective support models for the students during their admission and post-discharge.  All our teachers and Educational Care Coordinators have the opportunity to teach across the hospital sectors.

About The School

HHTS is a Hospital School and Medical Pupil Referral Unit that provides education for a diverse range of students aged 5-18 who are experiencing a severe or chronic illness and/or have mental health issues. 

HHTS encompasses St George’s Hospital, CAMHS School, Community Education, Mental Health Outreach and Corner House; the National Deaf CAMHS inpatient unit. 

The school has retained it’s 'Outstanding' OFSTED grading in 2023 and is a UNICEF Rights Respecting School with a strong focus on excellence and wellbeing for students and staff.

Our students have the opportunity to make accelerated progress through personalised learning programmes delivered in small groups or in one-to-one tuition. Staff and students build positive nurturing relationships, which enable students to grow in confidence, self-acceptance and compassion for all. 

WHHTS is at the forefront of educational practice for students experiencing mental or physical ill health. We are committed to maximising access to education for children and young people who have medical needs or mental health issues that result in inpatient admissions or recurring absences from school.

Under the guidance of the senior leadership team, you will be required to organise, deliver and evaluate learning for inpatient children presenting with a range of educational needs; setting suitable targets and liaising with home schools.  Part of the role will also require you to work in our home tuition sector, according to need.  

Our well-resourced provision is staffed with highly qualified teachers and support staff, and you will work in partnership with the multidisciplinary team. You will be willing to work flexibly with vulnerable learners in a rewarding, supportive and creative environment. The successful candidate will be play a key role in leading a service with excellent practice and high-quality outcomes for the CYP. Class sizes are small with high staff to student ratios. Nursing staff are also in attendance to lessons to ensure care and education go hand in hand.  All our teachers and HLTA’s have the opportunity to teach across the hospital sectors.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work in a unique, dynamic, successful and forward-facing service; supported by talented, committed and conscientious colleagues.
• An excellent environment in which to further develop your skills with innovative opportunities for personalised professional development.
• A service that carefully considers the life/work balance of it’s teaching team, we understand that happy healthy staff will achieve the best outcomes for our learners.

We welcome applications from teachers who have the following:

• a proven ability to teach a range of subjects
• experience of successful outcomes for pupils with SEN
• an excellent teaching record 
• the ability to plan and deliver outstanding teaching and learning for both individuals and small groups with high quality outcomes for all pupils
• the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders (schools, health, other agencies and parents)

Experience of working with students with mental health and/or SEN needs would be of added benefit. 

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below. Alternatively, these can be downloaded from the school site: https://www.hhts.wandsworth.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies

Please email completed applications to admin@hhts.wandsworth.sch.uk

Closing date: 9am on Friday 16th May2025
Interviews will be held: Wednesday 21st May 2025

Wandsworth HHTS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to DBS checks.

Wandsworth Hospital and Home Tuition Service (HHTS) Medical PRU
CAMHS Campus School
South West London & St. George’s Mental Health NHS trust
Elizabeth Newton Building No. 5, Entrance 8
Springfield University Hospital
Elizabeth Newton Way
London
SW17 0YG
Email: admin@hhts.wandsworth.sch.uk 
Tel:  0203 513 6103
Headteacher: Tara Bell 

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils