ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) - Part-time

Palm Bay Primary School, Margate

• Ref:KCC886-2672-216S
• Posted:13/01/2022
• Pay:KR3 - 5
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:31/01/2022 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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The Governors and head teacher are seeking to appoint an exceptional ELSA to work with pupils across Palm Bay primary school. Experience and formal training is essential. This is a key post in our school, which is centred on supporting children to understand and regulate their own emotions whilst also respecting the feelings of those around them. Our ELSA provision helps children to develop the social and emotional skills they need to flourish in school, working in small groups or 1:1 situations, our ELSAs work with colleagues in the wider school community, along with parents/carers and outside agencies.

The ELSA post is challenging but extremely rewarding. The successful candidate would have a passion for nurturing, challenging and inspiring children so all make excellent progress.  They need to be able to work as part of a small team and be expected to contribute to its development, have a positive attitude towards personal development and the ability to maintain confidentiality. 

This role will be predominantly supporting children from reception to year 6. You will work closely with the school SENDCO and wider primary team. This team provides support in a range of ways which can consist of in class support, small group intervention and working 1:1 with pupils.

Palm Bay Primary school is looking to appoint an exceptional ELSA to work with pupils in all stages of the primary school

This position will include:

• Support, plan and deliver the implementation of agreed learning activities and teaching programmes for groups of children.
• Prepare and use specialist equipment, plans and resources to support pupils.
• Support the assessment of pupils to determine those in need of particular help and support.
• Support the challenge and motivation of pupils, promoting and reinforcing self-esteem.
• Provide objective and accurate feedback to other staff on pupil’s achievement, progress and other matters as requested.
• Develop good relationships with parents and carers, including exchanging information and facilitating their support for their child’s attendance.
• Assist with the supervision of pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.
• Attend and participate in regular meetings, training and other learning activities as required, contributing to the overall ethos and aims of the school.
• Communicate effectively with other agencies/professionals, in liaison with the SENDCO, to support achievement and progress of pupils.
• Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection; health and safety; confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.

We offer:

• A unique and inspirational environment to work in
• A fantastic cliff-top location with beautiful school grounds
• A professional and collaborative school with a commitment to continued professional development
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved children with a love of learning
• The opportunity to join a strong staff team, where our values are integral to all we do
• A happy place to work!

Come and see for yourself what a welcoming and friendly school we are. Visits are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office. Any other questions please contact Chloe Murray, SENco at chloemurray@palmbay.uk

Information about the school

Information about the school:

At Palm Bay, we have very high expectations and standards of teaching, learning and behaviour as well as a clean, tidy, inspiring environment in which to learn and work.

We offer a broad and rounded curriculum, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor learning in our beautiful grounds and nearby beach. As an ‘Eco School’ we seek to promote care and responsibility for the environment and we have an active Eco Council. Our commitment to sports and the creative subjects is strong and we have a well-equipped music room, a specialist music teacher and a sports coach. Reading and oracy lie at the heart of our curriculum; we are committed to developing a love of reading in all children through ‘Reading for Pleasure’ and our pupils enjoy a spacious and well-stocked library.

Over the past few years, we have been developing our curriculum. The creative arts continue to remain a priority: we have four artists-in-residence who are based in our on-site studio space, close links with the Turner Contemporary Art Gallery and have gained the Gold Artsmark award. Committed to raising the aspirations and life-chances of the children we serve, we have an exciting personal development programme, which incorporates politics, careers-related learning and personal development, helping our pupils to become caring, active members of their community.

Testimonial from a current teacher:

“Palm Bay Primary School offers a welcoming and friendly community culture. Our school values of creativity, aspiration, resilience, thirst for learning, kindness and community are not only shown by the children, but by every member of staff too.

I completed my NQT year in July 2020 and have since taken on the role of staff governor and outdoor learning lead after training as a Forest School Leader. As an NQT I had weekly meetings with my mentor, supportive lesson observation feedback and I was always welcome to observe teaching practices in other classrooms. This support has continued into my second year of teaching at Palm Bay, and it is part of the ethos of our school. All staff are continually supported with their professional development through weekly CPD meetings, coaching and collaboration with other members of the team. The senior team involve the staff in key decisions and our ideas and suggestions are valued.

Pupil and staff wellbeing is also a key focus for Palm Bay. We recognise the importance of promoting positive wellbeing and mental health and we have a dedicated wellbeing team”.

Job Contact Information

• Name:FAO Headteacher
• Address:Palm Bay Avenue, Margate, Kent, CT9 3PP
• Telephone: 01843 290050
• Email: office@palmbay.uk

Fax: 01843 224669

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