Student Support Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a reliable, adaptable, and conscientious individual to support vulnerable students in achieving their full potential, including through the provision of wellbeing support, such as ELSA The successful candidate will

• be well-motivated and keen to show their interest in Student Support
• To provide support to the Inclusion Support Manager and the Family Support Worker
• contribute to the development of the department as part of a dedicated team
• perform other duties that reasonably fall within the purview of the post which may be allocated after consultation with the post holder
• have a professional attitude that is open to innovative ways of working and be committed to working in partnership with a range of staff
• be flexible and adaptable when faced with challenges
• train as an ELSA and deliver a program of emotional literacy support to vulnerable students
• communicate with other colleagues in the pastoral team regarding emotionally vulnerable students and the provision of their support, including keeping records
  
  experience a caring, positive ethos that prioritises staff wellbeing and recognition
• be empowered to work with ambitious, dedicated, capable staff who are deeply committed to develop the whole child
• experience working with children who enjoy being at school, behave exceptionally and have excellent attitudes to learning
• work in a professional, stimulating, and collaborative working environment
Commitment to safeguarding