Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Sutherland Hall School!

Position: Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69
Location: Tamworth
Start Date: ASAP

Why Work With Us?

At Sutherland Hall School, we believe in creating a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered. Our school caters to pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs, and we are dedicated to fostering both academic success and emotional wellbeing.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We take pride in our achievements, with 100% of our education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the wellbeing and learning experiences of our students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting improvements in wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management.
• Collaborating with the education team to help students overcome barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive learning behaviours and delivering enriching activities.
• Assisting pupils during lessons with their academic and emotional needs.
• Responding to immediate concerns and clarifying situations.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Preparing information for meetings concerning pupils.
• Acting as an advocate for the ethos of Sutherland Hall School.
• Leading pastoral interventions and ELSA sessions.
• Developing relationships with parents and carers, especially during transitions.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A strong educational background, with at least GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics.
• Experience in a similar role, such as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH and/or autism in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer You

We value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff and offer:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving outcomes.

All successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check, with costs covered by Sutherland Hall School.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Sutherland Hall School!