Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) (FAR133BC)

Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

Farndon Fields Primary School

Salary: Grade 6 Pay Point 9-10 (£26,853- £27,282 per annum, approximate starting salary of £20,180.37 per annum)

Hours: 32.5 Hours per week; 39 Weeks per year (Term-time only plus Inset days)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:30am to 15:30pm inclusive of 30 minutes of unpaid lunch break

Note: Applicants are encouraged to arrange a visit to the school. We reserve the right to close this vacancy and conduct interviews earlier than the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. We therefore encourage applicants to submit their applications as early as possible.

About the Role

Farndon Fields Primary School are seeking an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and parents. The role involves providing emotional support to students, promoting positive mental health, and facilitating social and emotional learning.

Why Choose Farndon Fields Primary School?

We are a successful, friendly school set in beautiful grounds on the edge of Market Harborough. Our school environment has been developed with two additional classrooms that were completed in February 2013 and an additional 7 new classrooms, a new hall and a refurbished administration area and school entrance completed in 2018. We have also installed a brand-new library thanks to funds raised by our own PTA and support from the local Market Harborough charity ‘Howard Watson Symington Memorial Charity’. We are a Microsoft Showcase school, sharing good practice through this global network.

Our Achievements to date

• Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ October 2023

• Microsoft Showcase School

• 360 Safe online safety award

“A high level of enthusiasm throughout the school community creates a very positive climate for learning.” - OFSTED

Key Responsibilities

• Working with individuals or groups of children who are experiencing difficulties with emotional literacy or other aspects of school or home life.
• Establishing supportive, caring and secure relationships with children, and to be available to offer individual support and someone for a child to talk to.
• Develop knowledge of a range of learning and behavioural support needs and to plan, devise and implement appropriate programmes to help develop children’s emotional literacy skills and emotional wellbeing.
• Creating, developing and producing resources for use with intervention programmes, as appropriate.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• NVQ 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent OR
• Able to demonstrate the ability to meet the STL Level 3 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.
• Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy OR
• Able to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy equivalent to level 2.

Experience:

• Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a formal setting.
• Supporting learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage &/or Key Stage 1 or 2
• Previous ELSA experience.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding the theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of children
• Ability and willingness to undertake professional development.
• Able to develop appropriate trustful relationship with specific children.
• Promote the school’s aims and vision positively

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.

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