Learning Support Assistant – with Emotional Literacy Support Assistant responsibilities
32.5 hours per week (8.30 – 3.30 with half an hour unpaid lunch break)
Start Date: 02/09/2025
Contract: Permanent
Salary: BG8 Term time only (Salary £28,163 pro rata, £21,172 actual)
Ashley Down Primary School is excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant with Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) training. This vital role supports children’s emotional wellbeing and resilience, helping them thrive both personally and academically.
About Us
We are proud of our inclusive and nurturing ethos. Our mission is to foster high aspirations in a caring environment, guided by our core values: Respect, Compassion, Commitment, and Joy.
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
- Is a qualified ELSA practitioner
- Has a warm, empathetic approach and builds trusting relationships with children
- Can plan and deliver structured emotional literacy programmes
- Works independently and shows initiative
- Is committed to supporting children’s social, emotional, and mental health needs
What We Offer:
A supportive and collaborative staff team
Strong commitment to professional development, including ELSA supervision
A vibrant and inclusive school community
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
If you're passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and want to be part of a forward-thinking and caring school, we would love to hear from you!
Closing date: 9.00am Tuesday 1st July
Shortlisting: Tuesday 1st July
Interview date: Monday 7th July
Ashley Down Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.