Tutor - ELSA

Join Our Team at Polaris - Martha H School!

Position: Tutor / ELSA
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £24,000 FTE
Location: Wigan, Lancashire

Why Choose Us?

At Polaris - Martha H School, we believe in creating a safe and supportive environment for our pupils aged 5 to 16. As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. With over sixteen SEN schools across the UK, we work collaboratively to provide tailored, diverse, and appropriate education that inspires learning and encourages achievement. We’re proud to say that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

What We Offer

• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Tutor / ELSA, you will play a vital role in our students' lives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Enhancing wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management.
• Collaborating with the education team to support personal and academic development.
• Promoting positive learning behaviours among students.
• Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
• Delivering engaging enrichment activities during Golden Time.
• Providing support in lessons for academic understanding and emotional needs.
• Addressing immediate concerns and clarifying situations.
• Collecting and organizing information related to lessons and interventions.
• Preparing relevant information for pupil meetings.
• Advocating for the ethos of Martha H School.
• Leading on reading and phonics, tracking student progress.
• Developing the Pupil Voice initiative in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Building relationships with parents and carers, actively participating in transitions and consultations.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A strong educational background, with at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, along with sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role, such as HLTA.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
• Confidence to take on additional responsibilities in areas like food hygiene, forest school, lunchtimes, or school yoga.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

Working Conditions

We prioritize the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone in our community, including you! You will have access to a variety of professional development opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational environment.

Join Us!

If you’re ready to be part of a friendly and inclusive team that is passionate about improving outcomes for our students, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris.

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.