SEMH/ELSA Learning Support Assistant (30h/wk)

Ryburn Valley High School; Sowerby Bridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

West Yorkshire Pension Fund enrolment

Free Parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye Care

Annual Flu Vaccines

GP Online & Prescription Service

Job summary

Ryburn Valley High School is seeking a dedicated SEN/SEMH support assistant to work under the SENCO and classroom staff to help students access learning. You will deliver learning activities and interventions, implement individual learning plans, and provide SEMH and emotional wellbeing support.

Training for ELSA will be provided; experience desirable but not essential. The role is permanent, term-time only with 2 additional days, 30 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8:30am–3:00pm).

Responsibilities

• Work under SENCO and classroom teacher to support students in accessing learning.
• Deliver targeted learning activities and interventions; assist with individual learning plans.
• Deliver Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) interventions or undertake ELSA training.
• Support pupils to develop emotional awareness, resilience, self-esteem and coping strategies.
• Promote SEMH and emotional wellbeing through guidance and team collaboration.

Job description

Ryburn Valley High School is seeking a dedicated SEN/SEMH support assistant to work under the SENCO and classroom staff to help students access learning. You will deliver learning activities and interventions, implement individual learning plans, and provide SEMH and emotional wellbeing support.

Training for ELSA will be provided; experience desirable but not essential. The role is permanent, term-time only with 2 additional days, 30 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8:30am–3:00pm).