Job Introduction
We are looking to appoint an ELSA to join our wellbeing team. Our ELSAs are central to the wellbeing of our pupils and the successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to play a crucial role in supporting pupils’ as they progress through Toynbee.
The ideal candidates should demonstrate resilience, empathy, patience and a passion for working with and assisting young people to learn. There are good opportunities for career progression and previous experience is not essential. Candidates must have proven literacy and numeracy skills, equivalent to GCSE grade C and above. Candidates may either have completed ELSA training or be willing to undertake ELSA training.
This post is particularly aimed at those looking to gain experience of working in a secondary school setting who wish to support the emotional wellbeing of young people. The role of the ELSA is extremely valued by pupils, parents and staff at Toynbee.
Applicants should apply using the Support Staff Application Form which can be found on our website, together with a Candidate Application Pack: https://www.toynbee.hants.sch.uk/vacancies. Please note that CVs will not be considered.
Completed Application Forms should be submitted to: recruitment@toynbee.hants.sch.uk. Please contact us via email or 02380269026 if you have any questions about the role.
Closing Date: 15th September 2025
Toynbee School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
“Toynbee School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects 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 DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.”
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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.
