Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Advertisement: Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

Location: Mainstream Primary School

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) to join an inclusive and vibrant primary school. You will play a key role in supporting the emotional and social well-being of children with SEMH (social, emotional, and mental health) needs. Working closely with school leadership, SEN professionals, specialist teachers, and Educational Psychologists, you will implement tailored interventions to help children manage their emotions, build resilience, and enhance their learning experience.

  1. Support Individual Students: Provide 1:1 mentoring and emotional support to children experiencing emotional difficulties, including tailored interventions and transition support.
  2. Resource Development: Create and maintain tools such as social stories, visual aids, and regulation toolkits for use in support sessions.
  3. Collaborate with Staff: Work closely with teachers, AH/SENDCO, and support staff to identify students in need of mentoring and monitor their progress. Offer guidance and support to staff as needed.
  4. Parent/Carer Engagement: Liaise with parents and carers to provide feedback on their child's progress and offer strategies for supporting emotional well-being at home.
  5. Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training and development through Camden Educational Psychology services and SEMH outreach programs, staying up to date on best practices.
  6. Safeguarding: Uphold the school's safeguarding policies, ensuring the well-being and safety of all students.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
  1. Proven experience working in a primary school setting, supporting children with SEMH needs and SEND.
  2. Strong understanding of social, emotional, and mental health challenges in children.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
  1. Background in psychology (degree or prior training).
  2. Previous Trauma-informed or Attachment-aware training.
  3. Team Teach positive handling training.
What This School Offers:
  1. Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  2. Regular training and supervision from Camden's ELSA programme and SEMH outreach services.
  3. Opportunities for professional development and growth in SEMH support.

CV-Library is committed to supporting the emotional well-being of children with SEMH needs. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives, we would love to hear from you.

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