Primary Teaching Assistant
Full Time | Term Time Only | ASAP Start
Long Term Role (Temp to Perm) | Competitive Daily Rate
Long Term Futures are recruiting a compassionate and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant (ELSA) to join a primary school in Newham, supporting pupils with emotional literacy and wellbeing needs.
This role is ideal for someone with experience as an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) or a strong background in supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs. You will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis, helping them develop emotional awareness, resilience and positive coping strategies.
Key Responsibilities: Deliver ELSA interventions to support emotional wellbeing
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs
Support children in developing emotional regulation and social skills
Work closely with class teachers, SENCo and pastoral teams
Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing
Support pupils both in lessons and during intervention sessions Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience working as an ELSA or in a similar pastoral/SEND role
Strong understanding of SEMH and emotional literacy support
A calm, nurturing and patient approach
Confidence working in a primary school setting
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection Location & Transport - Newham, East London Accessible via Stratford (Central, Jubilee, Elizabeth Line, Overground & DLR)
Close to Canning Town (Jubilee Line & DLR) and East Ham / Plaistow (District Line)
DLR access via West Ham, Custom House and Prince Regent
Bus routes: 25, 86, 104, 147, 241, 300, 330
Excellent links into Central and East London Why Work with Long Term Futures Long-term temp-to-perm opportunity
Weekly pay
Free CPD including ELSA training, SEMH support and safeguarding
No day-to-day supply - long-term placements only
Progression opportunities into Pastoral, SEN or Therapy-based roles
Dedicated consultant support from primary and SEND specialists If you're passionate about supporting children's emotional wellbeing in a Newham primary school, apply today with Long Term Futures.
Primary TA, ELSA, Emotional Literacy Support, SEMH, Newham
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Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
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