Primary Teaching Assistant – ELSA – Newham
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.