Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)

# Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)## Job IntroductionWe are looking for an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) to join our school on a part-time basis, working 17.5hrs per week, term time only + INSET days.Be part of a thriving school community that:* wants every child to feel they have achieved more than they ever thought possible* wants to provide opportunities that shape children’s futures* wants children to feel they have a role to play in society* has friendly, supportive colleagues and leadership who want the best for our children* offers a team-centered approachWe are looking for someone who:* is enthusiastic and motivated* is able to establish caring and supportive relationships with children* can communicate effectively with both adults and children* assists in the support and inclusion of all pupils* can develops learning activities/programs for individual pupils or group of pupils* can lessons set by or with teachers or the SENDCo under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher* is able to plan and deliver specialist programmes for individual pupils or small groups of pupils, to develop their emotional literacy drawing upon the training and supervision from Educational PsychologistsFurther information can be found in the attached job description.We welcome all candidates, of any faith or none, who are willing to support our school ethos.To apply for this post:Please note that all applications must be made on a CES Application form available from the school website https://www.st-thomasmores.hants.sch.uk/vacancies/. We are unfortunately not able to accept applications on any other format.Completed application forms should be e-mailed to sbm@st-thomasmores.hants.sch.ukWe actively encourage visits to the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a tour or if you would like to discuss the position prior to your application.Tel: 02392 475909Email: adminoffice@st-thomasmores.hants.sch.uk**Safer Recruitment**We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.### Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)* **Salary**Grade D (starting at approx. £14.40 per hour)* **Job Reference**EPSEDJOBS/1000/11662* **Contract type**Permanent – Part Time* **Closing Date**11 June, 2026* **Job category**Support* **Phase of education**Primary* **Establishment and Location**St Thomas More’s Catholic Primary School, Havant, Hooks Lane, Havant, United Kingdom* **Job Type**Part Time* **Date posted**21 May, 2026#J-18808-Ljbffr…