Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

Join Our Team as an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

Location: Tamworth

Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

Start Date: ASAP

About Sutherland Hall School

At Sutherland Hall School, we pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. Our mission is to foster a positive atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. With a holistic approach, we ensure that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. We are proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role and Responsibilities

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

• Supporting improvements in wellbeing, resilience, and behaviour management.
• Collaborating with the education team to help young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive learning behaviours among students.
• Delivering engaging enrichment activities.
• Assisting pupils during lessons with academic and emotional support.
• Responding to immediate concerns and clarifying situations.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Preparing information for meetings regarding pupils.
• Acting as an advocate for our school’s ethos.
• 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 believe in valuing the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff. Here’s what you can expect:

• 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 and inclusive team dedicated to improving outcomes.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Sutherland Hall School.

Sutherland Hall School is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.