Full-time • Term-time Only • Full Academic Year Pay: £92.63–£97.00 per day Axcis Education is delighted to be working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Eastville, Bristol, to recruit a full-time ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) Teaching Assistant for the full academic year starting in September. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ELSA-trained Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them build confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing. The school benefits from a highly supportive Senior Leadership Team that places pupil wellbeing and staff development at the heart of everything they do. About the Role As an ELSA Teaching Assistant, you will: * Deliver individual and small-group ELSA interventions to support pupils' emotional wellbeing * Help children develop emotional literacy, resilience, self-esteem and positive coping strategies * Support pupils experiencing anxiety, friendship difficulties, bereavement, emotional regulation challenges and low confidence * Work closely with the SENCO, class teachers and pastoral team to implement targeted support plans * Build positive, trusting relationships that enable pupils to thrive both emotionally and academically * Monitor pupil progress and contribute to reviews and support planning The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: * Holds a recognised ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) qualification * Has experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH or emotional wellbeing needs * Is calm, patient, compassionate and an excellent listener * Can build strong professional relationships with pupils, families and colleagues * Is passionate about promoting positive mental health and removing barriers to learning Why Join This School? * Join a welcoming and inclusive primary school with a nurturing ethos * Work alongside a highly supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team * Be part of a school that prioritises children's emotional wellbeing and personal development * Excellent opportunities for continued professional development through Axcis Education * A rewarding full academic year role where you can make a genuine difference every day Key Details * Role: ELSA Teaching Assistant * Location: Eastville, Bristol * Start Date: September 2026 * Duration: Full academic year * Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time only * Pay: £92.63–£97.00 per day Apply Today If you're an ELSA-trained Teaching Assistant looking to join a supportive primary school where you can make a lasting impact on children's emotional wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Axcis Education! INDBRI
