Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

Our client, an innovative and forward-thinking school located in Kingston upon Thames, London, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Emotional Literacy Support Assistant to join their dynamic team. This is a full-time position with a competitive daily rate of £130 - £180, offering an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners.

As an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in fostering the emotional well-being and social development of the students within our client's care. Your responsibilities will include providing one-to-one and small group support, developing and implementing personalised intervention programmes, and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to each student's needs.

The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of emotional literacy, with the ability to identify and address the unique social and emotional challenges faced by students. You will be skilled in creating a safe and nurturing environment, where students feel empowered to express their feelings, develop coping strategies, and build positive relationships.

In addition to your strong emotional literacy expertise, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to effectively liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, parents, and colleagues. Your problem-solving abilities, flexibility, and resilience will be key assets in this dynamic and rewarding role.

If you are an experienced Emotional Literacy Support Assistant, or a dedicated professional with a passion for supporting the social and emotional development of young learners, we encourage you to submit your CV for consideration.

This job is being advertised on Senploy - the UK's favourite education and SEND job board.

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students, focusing on the development of emotional literacy and social skills
• Design and implement personalised intervention programmes tailored to the unique needs of each student
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to supporting students' emotional and social development
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of students, adjusting intervention strategies as needed
• Maintain detailed records and documentation to track student progress and communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school's emotional literacy and wellbeing policies and initiatives
• Actively participate in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with best practices and cutting-edge research in the field of emotional literacy support

• Relevant degree or professional qualification in a related field, such as psychology, counselling, or education
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant or in a similar role, working with children and young people
• Demonstrated expertise in emotional literacy, social and emotional learning, and behaviour management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a flexible, resilient approach to working in a dynamic environment
• Commitment to continuous professional development and a desire to stay informed of the latest research and best practices in the field