Emotional Literacy Support (ELSA)

Job Introduction

At Knights Enham Schools we provide…

Inclusive and ambitious learning experiences where our school community feels safe and motivated to achieve their best. We are a busy but friendly school, with lots going on to ensure that we maintain our core values.

Due to relocating, we have the exciting opportunity of ELSA across Knights Enham Schools. This really is an amazing opportunity, to work alongside the SENCO and two TALAs within our Nurture Provision. 

The roll will be running ELSA sessions in the mornings across both the Infants and Juniors, in the afternoon you will be leading the Nurture room with the support of our SENCO. 

 We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced ELSA
• Has qualifications of GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths to help pupils with their academic learning;
• Has experience of supporting the learning and safeguarding of young people in your care;
• Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills;
• Has high expectations of behaviour;
• Is reflective and committed to their own professional development;
• Is able to work closely and effectively within a team;
• Is committed to working in partnership with children, staff, parents, governors and the wider community;

We can offer you: 

• An interesting, varied role in a school that is committed to ensuring that every child succeeds; 
• A team of friendly staff who support each other and who work together to achieve the best outcomes for all children
• Wonderful children who value their education, participate in their learning and contribute to the wider school
• Support from our experienced Senior Leadership Team
• A commitment to supporting your CPD

Application Procedure

We welcome and encourage school visits, to arrange a visit or for more information contact Daniel Whitehouse on 01264 394777. Applications can only be accepted on a Hampshire County Council application form and should be emailed to d.whitehouse@knightsenham-jun.hants.sch.uk to be received by 5pm on Friday 19th September .

We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Prior to the interview, an online search will be conducted to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role.  This is in line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.  Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in a school environment. Issues that arise will not automatically bar your employment at this school. 

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.