Teaching Assistant ELSA in Bracknell

Location: Fox Hill Primary School, Pondmoor Road, Bracknell

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Term Time/Full Time

Hours: Full time – 08:45 – 15:15.

We require an enthusiastic, patient and kind Teaching Assistant who holds an ELSA qualification. Applications will be considered upon receipt.

Salary: BFC BG-K - Scale 6

We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant with passion and empathy for working with children who require support with their social, emotional, and mental health and a nurturing approach to support children to engage in learning. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience of working with children with SEND, to make a genuine difference and be part of shaping lives within our community.

Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team to deliver a trauma and attachment-informed approach, our strong SLT and Inclusion Team will support the successful candidate and training will be provided if required. Our dedicated team of teachers and inclusion staff work closely together across the school to ensure that every child enjoys learning and maximises their potential.

Applicants will need to have excellent people skills and a warm and caring personality. The ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents / carers and other staff is important. Positions are available for level 2 and 3 trained practitioners.

The successful candidate will be:

• Highly motivated, creative and resourceful, with a deep commitment to supporting individuals who have social, emotional, and mental health issues
• Experienced in supporting young people with complex emotional and developmental needs and be confident with de-escalation strategies
• Passionate about education and committed to delivering a trauma-informed approach with strong relationships at the heart
• Committed to ensuring that all children reach their potential and develop their self-belief
• Committed to setting ambitious standards and expectations for behaviour and outcomes
• Positive, compassionate, resilient, and patient
• Able to quickly build strong working relationships with pupils and act as a positive role model.

We will offer:

• A strong and supportive leadership team who recognise the demands of working with children with challenging behaviours
• A determined and passionate school team to achieve the absolute best for the children at Fox Hill
• Training to develop personal skills and expertise
• Exceptionally wonderful children who take pride in their learning and their school and help to ensure that there is never a dull day!
• Our parents / carers work with us in partnership to help to ensure the best outcomes for their children. They support the school and parental engagement and participation is a strength.
• Our team of staff share our vision that we are here to make a difference to the children in our school, and alongside that, we are here to support each other and to work together!
• Our school environment is purposeful, tidy, organised, and clean. Children and adults take pride in the school and help to maintain an environment which facilitates learning, both inside and outdoors.

Applications will be considered upon receipt. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Fox Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.