Job Description

Confidence Empowering for Students Role Student Counselling ELSA Academic Mentors Starting date: ASAP Location: Merton Free CPD and Constant support with interviewing We are looking for a dynamic individual to become an mentor for Emotional Literacy Support Assistant. The role is on a long-term basis until June with an immediate start for the right individual. Emotional Literacy Support experience or qualification. Experience of working as a teaching assistant/ Tutor (desired not essential) Counselling experience Have an interest in the education sector Have a current enhanced DBS (Or willing to process one) A recent graduate (graduated within last 2 years) (Desired not essential) Ability to engage with and inspire young learners About the school Their focus is to provide the highest quality education to secure the best life chances for their students once they leave. Their aim for each student is the same – to provide meaningful opportunities for them to learn, grow, develop and aspire both academically and personally. All students no matter how academic they are will do well at the school they provide support for those students who struggle academically and those who excel will be challenging. Role Summary Emotional Literacy support for specific pupils from years 7-11, for catch up tuition. It requires relationship building with teachers and specific students, ability to be pro-active and boost confidence within themselves. Mostly mentoring and supporting 1-1 or in small groups, but occasionally helping in the classroom if no students available. After school private study time will be necessary. Ideal candidates have the following experience: Self-esteem/Confidence Social skills Emotional literacy Friendship issues Relationships Anger management Behaviour & Anxiety Low mood Loss and bereavement Bullying/Conflict Relaxation techniques Apply today to be considered for this fantastic opportunity. If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply now or contact me via email (url removed) or call for an informal chat on (phone number removed) regarding this job description. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation. Please note that successful applicants will be asked to apply for an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service