ELSA Teaching Assistant - Lead Intervention
Location: Market Weighton | Full-Time (YO43)
Pay Rate: Depends on experience (£100-£130 a day)
GSL Education Hull are currently seeking an experienced and nurturing ELSA Teaching Assistant to join a small specialist school in Market Weighton, supporting young people aged 11-16 with SEMH and additional SEND needs.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ELSA-trained Teaching Assistant to take a lead role in delivering targeted Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) interventions, helping students develop emotional regulation, resilience, confidence and positive relationships.
The school provides a bespoke, therapeutic and person-centred learning environment, where strong relationships and understanding are central to helping young people re-engage with education and achieve their potential.
About the school:
- Specialist independent school supporting young people aged 11-16with SEMH and associated SEND needs.
- A small, nurturing and highly personalised environment, where strong relationships, trust and emotional wellbeing are at the heart of learning.
- The school provides bespoke therapeutic support and interventions, helping students develop resilience, independence, emotional regulation and confidence.
- Students benefit from a broad and engaging curriculum, alongside opportunities to develop practical and life skills for adulthood.
- Ofsted rated Good, with positive outcomes across the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management
The Role as a ELSA Learning Support Assistant:
- Lead and deliver targeted ELSA interventions on an individual and small-group basis.
- Support students with SEMH, anxiety, emotional regulation and social development.
- Build trusted, positive relationships with young people.
- Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to identify needs and monitor progress.
- Contribute to a calm, nurturing and supportive school environment.
- Adapt interventions to meet individual student needs.
The Ideal ELSA Teaching Assistant will:
- Must have either previous experience delivering ELSA interventions or hold an ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) qualification.
- Previous experience working with SEMH and/or SEND students.
- A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
- Confident managing challenging behaviour with empathy and consistency.
- Passionate about improving outcomes for young people.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ELSA TA, HLTA, pastoral practitioner or special
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ELSA Teaching Assistant in Market Weighton employer: GSL Education
GSL Education is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners. With a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive work culture, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, competitive pay that reflects their impact, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Located in Newcastle, staff are supported by dedicated consultants, ensuring they have the resources needed to thrive in various educational settings.
