Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

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

Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only

Basic Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69

Location: Tamworth

Start Date: ASAP

Why Choose Sutherland Hall School?

Located in the heart of Tamworth, Sutherland Hall School is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive atmosphere 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 passionately 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 vital role in enhancing the wellbeing and academic success 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 young people overcome barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive learning behaviours among students.
• Delivering enrichment 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 Sutherland Hall School.
• Leading pastoral interventions and developing the role of pupil voice.
• Liaising with parents and carers to support 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.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer You

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

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

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Sutherland Hall School. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people!