ELSA Trained Teaching Assistant – Part-Time (3 Days per Week)
Location: Haringey, North London
Contract: Temporary for the autumn term
Days: 3 days per week (Monday–Wednesday preferred, negotiable)
Start Date: September
Are you an experienced ELSA-trained Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new opportunity in a friendly and supportive primary school? We are seeking a skilled and compassionate TA to join a vibrant primary school in Haringey, working closely with children in Year 4 to support their emotional wellbeing and learning.
About the Role
- Provide 1:1 emotional literacy support to pupils identified as benefiting from ELSA intervention.
- Deliver group ELSA sessions for a small group of Year 4 children, focusing on social skills, resilience, confidence, and emotional regulation.
- Work collaboratively with the school’s SENCO, class teachers, and pastoral team to plan, deliver, and review sessions.
- Maintain an encouraging, patient, and child-centred approach that fosters emotional development and self-esteem.
About You
- Must be ELSA trained with proven experience delivering emotional literacy programmes.
- Experience working in a primary school setting (KS2 preferred).
- Confident in supporting children on both a 1:1 and small group basis.
- Empathetic, proactive, and excellent at building trust and rapport with young learners.
- Able to work effectively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals.
In Return
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- Support from a dedicated leadership and SEN team.
- Competitive daily rate (based on experience).
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s emotional and social development.
If you are passionate about helping children build their confidence and resilience, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join this nurturing Haringey school and make a real difference in children’s lives.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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ELSA Trained Teaching Assistant – Part-Time (3 Days per Week)
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Pay: £30,065.00 per year
Work Location: In person
