ELSA – Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

🌟 ELSA – Emotional Literacy Support Assistant

📍 Location: SEMH School, Horley
👥 Age Group: 11–17 years
🕒 Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
💷 Pay: £575 per week
📅 Start Date: ASAP
💼 Contract: Long-term, with potential for permanent placement

Are you passionate about supporting young people’s emotional wellbeing and helping them thrive in education?

We are working with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Horley that is seeking a dedicated and empathetic ELSA to join their team. This full-time role involves working closely with pupils aged 11–17 who may face challenges with emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma, or behavioural needs.

💬 About the Role

• Delivering 1:1 and small group emotional literacy sessions
• Supporting pupils with self-esteem, resilience, and social skills
• Helping students manage emotions and develop positive coping strategies
• Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies
• Creating a safe, trusting space for pupils to express themselves

🙌 What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
• A calm, nurturing approach and strong emotional intelligence
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to build positive relationships and maintain boundaries
• ELSA training or willingness to undertake it (support may be provided)

🎓 Desirable Skills

• Background in youth work, counselling, or pastoral support
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Experience in a secondary or specialist setting

🏫 What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A chance to make a lasting impact on young lives
• A structured and well-resourced SEMH provision

Ready to make a difference?
Apply now or contact us to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

Safeguarding:

The school is highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services.

Join the team and help make a difference in the lives of the students. Apply now to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Apply below.