Emotional Literacy Support Assistant - SEMH School

Job description

Your new company

Desian Education are proud to be working in partnership with a St-Helens based SEN school that supports pupils with SEMH as they require a reliable and motivated ELSA to join their team on a full-time temporary basis.

This is an extremely exciting and rewarding opportunity where you will play an integral role in the development and well-being of pupils across the school. This is a full-time position.

Your new role

• Delivering tailored emotional literacy support interventions to pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis across the school
• Support pupils social, emotional and well-being development
• Providing self-esteem, emotional awareness and coping strategies/support
• Build strong constructive relationships with pupils to promote well-being and attendance
• Working in partnership with the pastoral team and SENCO
• Maintain accurate pupil records to track progress and emotional development

What you need to succeed

• Full “Right to Work” in the UK
• A recognised ELSA qualification
• Experience supporting SEMH and a strong understanding of behaviours and emotional well-being
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An Enhanced Children’s DBS certificate or willingness to obtain

What you’ll get in return

If you are successful in your application, you will receive:

• Full support and dedication of an experienced and dedicated consultant
• Competitive rate of pay
• Full holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Long-term contract
• Free training
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Access to exclusive vacancies

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

St. Helens

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £100.00 and £120.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English