Job Introduction
We are eager to appoint an experienced and highly motivated Wellbeing Lead/ELSA to support all children at All Saint with their positive mental health and wellbeing. The successful candidate will provide social, emotional and mental health support to all primary aged children, either in 1:1 sessions, small groups or as part of whole class teaching sessions.
They will work alongside parents to meet the needs of the children, offering support or directing to other agencies. They will work closely with the SENDCo, to plan and deliver support programmes and be integral to promoting wellbeing and positive mental health across the school.
The successful candidate will be working across the primary phase with pupils who have a variety of needs. Past experience of working as an ELSA or in a family support role is essential.
We want the successful candidate to be able to play a significant part in the continuing development of our school and to be able to work in partnership with the Headteacher, all staff and Governors.
The successful candidate will be;
- Nurturing, inspiring and provide challenge to all children to improve and progress
- Optimistic and flexible to the demands of the job and needs of the children
- Able to use initiative, tact and be patient and calm with all vested groups
- Able to maintain professionalism and safeguard pupils, staff and parents with confidentiality
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to support primary aged pupils, in 1:1, small groups or whole class teaching
- Able to supporting pupils with a variety of social, emotional and mental health difficulties and learning needs
- Organised, able to organise their diary, timetable and liaise with the SENDCo
The successful candidate would be working alongside a highly supportive and happy school team. We work effectively together and are committed to providing the very best for our delightful and responsive children who love their school and enjoy learning.
The role will also include some class based learning support assistant time amongst the dedicated ELSA/Wellbeing role.
Start Date September 2025
Salary - Grade C
19 Hours per week - Term Time only
A visit to the school is recommended and our SENDCo, Mrs Clare Darling-Chalke would be delighted to meet you and talk more about this exciting role.
If you would like further details or an application pack, please contact Lally Hodan via adminoffice@allsaints-pri.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.