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Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) – Full-Time – Blackburn & Darwen

Location: Blackburn & Darwen
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP / February 2026
Setting: School-based (Primary, Secondary, and SEN)

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate, skilled Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) to support pupils across Blackburn and Darwen. This full-time role is based within school settings, working with children who experience emotional, behavioural, social, or wellbeing-related challenges.

You will help pupils develop resilience, emotional regulation, confidence, and positive relationships through structured, evidence-backed ELSA interventions.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver 1:1 and group sessions supporting emotional literacy
Help pupils manage anxiety, low confidence, bereavement, anger, friendships, and emotional regulation
Work under the supervision of Educational Psychologists (core to ELSA practice)
Build trusting, supportive relationships with pupils
Work closely with classroom staff, SEND teams, and families
Track progress and contribute to wider wellbeing strategies in school

Requirements (Must-Have)

Experience working with children or young people
Warm, patient, and emotionally supportive nature
Willingness to work full-time in a school environment
ELSA training (or willingness to complete accredited training)
Good understanding of safeguarding and child wellbeing

What We Offer

Full-time roles in inclusive, supportive schools
Competitive pay
Access to ELSA training opportunities
Excellent pastoral and consultant support

How to Apply

To apply, email your CV to:
morgan.sharkey@teachingpersonnel.com

Please include:

Your full CV
A short summary of your experience supporting children emotionally or behaviourally

⚠️ Important: If you do not meet the essential requirements or are unwilling to work in a classroom/school setting, your application will not be considered.

I will review your application and get in touch if your profile matches the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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