Experienced, Enthusiastic Emotional Learning Support Assistant (ELSA) Wanted

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed team player to join our small team and contribute towards the shaping of the school; working with the class teacher to provide an engaging environment and rich learning opportunities which enable every child to flourish.

Location: The Cambridge Primary School, Aldershot, GU11 4AA

Contract: Fixed Term Contract (12 months) Full time, including lunchtime support and possible in-class support

Salary: PS3 FTE: £23,576 (£17,425 pro-rata)

Are you passionate about supporting children’s wellbeing and emotional development? Do you have the skills, experience, and empathy to make a real difference in a vibrant and growing school community?

We are seeking a full time ELSA (Emotional Learning Support Assistant) to join our dedicated pastoral team at The Cambridge Primary School. Our school opened in 2018 to serve a new community, and you will be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team committed to nurturing every child.

As our new ELSA, you will:

• Deliver targeted emotional and social support to children aged 5-11, including those with SEMH needs

• Provide valuable lunchtime support and in-class assistance, adapting to the needs of our diverse cohort

• Work closely with another part-time ELSA and the wider staff team to plan and deliver effective interventions

• Use your ELSA qualification and experience to make a real impact, with the opportunity to utilise resources like the Zones of Regulation and trauma-informed approaches (desirable but not essential)

• Bring an understanding of our local context and a commitment to inclusion and cultural sensitivity

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What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment

• The opportunity to shape and develop our wellbeing provision as our school community grows

• Ongoing professional development and training

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives in a modern, purpose-built school

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date. We would therefore recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. Please also be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/ interviews have taken place.

Safeguarding statement:

Engage Enrich Excel Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment and the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure Barring Service check (DBS). We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.