Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

Emotional Literacy Support Assistant Location: KingstonPay: £130 - £180 per dayContract Type: Long-term, temp-to-permStart Date: ASAP / SeptemberCommutable 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 and 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 theZones of Regulation or similar emotional regulation tools.A flexible and adaptable ..... full job details .....