Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

Location: Kingston Pay: £130 - £180 per day Contract Type: Long-term, temp-to-perm Start Date: ASAP / September Commutable from: Southwark; Lambeth; Lewisham; Greenwich; Bexley; Bromley; Croydon; Sutton; Merton; Wandsworth; Richmond; Hounslow

Long Term Futures is seeking a flexible, adaptable, and open-minded Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) for a Specialist Resource Provision in Kingston.

This role is a long-term contract within a dedicated 14-place provision for social communication needs, including autism. You will work within a high staff-to-student ratio (8 staff to 14 children) to support pupils aged 3-11 in navigating their emotional and social development.

Responsibilities

Delivering targeted emotional literacy support to pupils with social communication needs and moderate ASD. Implementing the Zones of Regulation framework to help students recognise and manage their emotions. Supporting children with additional SEND requirements in a small group or 1:1 setting. Working closely with the SRP team to maintain a stable, nurturing, and predictable environment. Assisting with the integration of pupils from the satellite provisions.

Essential Candidate Requirements

Experience & training as an ELSA or in a similar pastoral/SEND support role. A deep understanding of social communication needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Proven experience using theZone...