The Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) will play a vital role in promoting the emotional wellbeing, resilience and personal development of identified students within this high‑achieving and nurturing independent selective girls’ school. Working closely with the Learning Support and Pastoral teams, the successful candidate will provide targeted emotional literacy and wellbeing support to pupils, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Condition and associated social, emotional and mental health needs, including those with Education, Health & Care Plans. The postholder will contribute to the school’s commitment to ensuring that all pupils are known, supported and able to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
This is a 3 or 4 day role on a fixed‑term contract initially.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free school lunches
- Financial guidance and support
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
GDST are committed to the safeguarding of and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches, and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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