Job Description

New

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SMCEJS/26182

Location

Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7AD

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

17,635.07 - 19,224.97 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date

12:00pm, 27th Jan 2026

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

1

Interview Date(s)

Week commencing 2 February 2026
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About this Role

St Martin's Schools are

seeking

to appoint a dedicated

,

compassionate

and

qualified

Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) to join our supportive and hardworking team.

Are you passionate about supporting children's emotional wellbeing and helping them thrive in school

?

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment, supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and development.

WORKING HOURS:

30 hours per week , 38 weeks per year (term time only)

Monday to Friday 08:45 - 3:30 (includes 45 minutes of unpaid break)

Salary:

PS4 - Full Time Equivalent (FTE) range 25,246 - 27,033 per annum

Pro-rata salary:

17,635.07 - 19,224.97

ABOUT THE ROLE

Work with individual pupils and small groups to support emotional literacy, wellbeing and social development


Help pupils develop coping strategies, confidence, and positive relationships


Work closely with SENDCo, teachers, and families to create a nurturing environment


Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring pupil progress

FOR THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED:

ELSA training (essential).


Experience of working with children, preferably in a school or educational setting (essential).

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

School based references from the last 2 years.


A DBS on the update service or happy to complete a new one.


A good standard of literacy and communication skills.


The ability to work independently and as part of a team.


A calm, patient and flexible approach to supporting pupils.


GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.


Previous experience working with children.


A proven ability to work on their own initiative.


High-level communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.


The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.


A positive, can-do attitude.


Flexibility and a team-focused approach.

What we offer:

An exciting and challenging working environment


A dedicated, hardworking and supportive staff team


Excellent opportunities and a strong commitment to staff professional development

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via our Admin Manager,

Emma Dennis

.

Apply

Closing date for applications:

12 midday on

Tuesday 2

7

January 2026

Interviews:

Week commencing

2 February

2026

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and therefore recommend that applications are submitted as early as possible.

Safeguarding Information

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for this role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.



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Contact Details

Emma Dennis

01372 846930

edennis@stmartinsepsom.school