Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

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

Location: Ipswich

Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

Start Date: ASAP

About Redstone Hall School

Welcome to Redstone Hall School, a vibrant new educational establishment in Ipswich, designed to support up to 30 pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our holistic approach ensures 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 to say 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.
• Leading classes during planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time, as well as providing absence cover.
• Delivering enriching activities and supporting pupils during lessons.
• Responding to immediate concerns and clarifying situations as they arise.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Acting as an advocate for the ethos of Redstone Hall School.
• Leading pastoral interventions and reviewing progress.
• Developing relationships with parents and carers, actively participating in transitions and consultations.
• Leading ELSA sessions and completing training with the local authority.

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.
• Effective behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer

At Redstone Hall School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff just as much as our students. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your development and skill acquisition through various professional opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
• A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Redstone Hall School. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage 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.

Join us in making a difference!