Emotional and Social Support Assistant (ESSA)
North Star 240°, Bristol, BS11 0QA12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
14 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,061.00 - £34,434.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary £26,522 - £28,485 per annum
Emotional and Social Support Assistant (ESSA) job summary
North Star Academy Trust is seeking a committed, conscientious, and resilient Emotional and Social Support Assistant (ESSA) to join our dedicated team at North Star
240°. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people, working within a supportive and highly motivated team.
About the Role
As an ESSA, you will:
Work one-to-one or in small groups with students to support their emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Design and deliver bespoke intervention programmes tailored to individual needs.
Apply specialist strategies and techniques to help students access the curriculum and reach their full potential.
Contribute to measurable improvements in both academic attainment and emotional/social development.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will:
Have experience working with pupils who present challenging behaviour.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Be skilled in behaviour for learning techniques and committed to inclusive education.
Be willing to undertake relevant training to enhance their practice.
This role is perfect for someone passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive both emotionally and academically.
You will be part of:
- A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
- A caring and inclusive ethos
- A school which has supportive trustees and parents with high expectations of the school
In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression for the right person.
Safeguarding Statement
North Star Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children , young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment . This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
North Star Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About North Star 240°
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
- School size
- 75 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- North Star 240° website
North Star 240° is the secondary provision of North Star Academy Trust based in North Bristol, specialising in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We aim to be part of a joined-up provision offering our pupils the outstanding education they deserve.
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