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Academics

Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

Academics Merthyr Tydfil
95 to 100
32 - 40 hour
new


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    Academics

    Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

    Academics Merthyr Tydfil
    95 to 100
    32 - 40 hour
    new
    Status Open
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    What we ask

    Education

    No minimum education required

    What we offer

    Salary
    £95 to £100
    Hours
    32 to 40 hours per week
    Employment type
    temporary

    Job description

    Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) - Merthyr Tydfil

    Are you an experienced Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) looking for your next opportunity?

    Academics is currently recruiting an experienced ELSA to work within a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in the Merthyr Tydfil area. We are also experiencing high demand for ELSA-trained individuals across a number of PRUs and primary schools, with a range of opportunities available.

    This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing, helping them overcome barriers to learning and building positive relationships through trauma-informed practices.

    The Role

    Delivering targeted emotional literacy interventions to support pupils' social and emotional development.

    Supporting pupils who may have experienced trauma or face emotional and behavioural challenges.

    Using trauma-informed practices to build trust, promote emotional regulation and develop positive relationships.

    Helping pupils develop coping strategies, resilience and confidence.

    Working closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support individual pupil needs.

    Creating a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for pupils.

    We're Looking For

    Previous experience working as an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) is essential.

    Experience delivering emotional literacy interventions to children and young people.

    An understanding of trauma-informed practices and the impact of adverse experiences on behaviour and learning.

    A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.

    The ability to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have complex emotional needs.

    A Team Teach qualification would be highly desirable.

    Pay & Requirements

    £94-£100 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.

    Enhanced DBS certificate required.

    Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) required.

    Why Work with Academics?

    Opportunities within PRUs and primary schools across the Merthyr Tydfil area.

    High demand for experienced ELSAs, with a range of potential placements.

    Weekly pay.

    Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.

    Interested in your next ELSA opportunity? If you have the experience and skills to support pupils' emotional wellbeing, contact Academics today to discuss the opportunities available.

    Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
    Salary description

    £95.00 - £100.00 per day

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