Specialist Teaching Assistant – EAL / ELSA / Trauma-Informed / Transition Support

Do you have experience supporting pupils through emotional, social, or language challenges? We’re seeking a Specialist Teaching Assistant who can provide targeted support to help children thrive in school.

What we’re looking for:

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant with a specialist focus such as:
- EAL (English as an Additional Language) support
- ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) interventions
- Trauma-informed approaches
- School transition support for vulnerable pupils
Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and provide tailored interventions.
Experience supporting pupils with SEN and additional needs.
Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, proactive approach.

What you’ll enjoy:

Opportunities to work in supportive school environments where your specialist skills make a real impact.
Competitive pay and consistent work.
Ongoing professional development and dedicated support.

Important: All applicants must apply with their most up-to-date CV. This role is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.

If you’re an experienced TA with specialist skills and a passion for helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your education career with a team that values your expertise.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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