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Emotional literacy support assistant (elsa)

Swindon
Wiltshire College & University Centre
Support assistant
Posted: 10h ago
Offer description

Do you have experience supporting young people with emotional wellbeing and social development?

Or are you passionate about helping learners build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships?

If youre looking for a role where you can make a real impact every day, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding career in education offering stability, work-life balance, and the chance to support students in overcoming emotional barriers to learning and personal growth.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and play a key role in supporting students emotional wellbeing in a supportive, inclusive, and student-focused environment.

What We Offer

Salary: £23,247 rising to £23,734 per year (Full time equivalent £25,304 - £25,835 per year)



Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, Term Time Only 36+4 weeks per year


Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks

Outstanding Benefits

* Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
* 30 days pro rata annual leave + 8 pro rata bank holidays
* 2-week pro rata paid Christmas closure
* Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential support
* Free on-site gyms at several campuses
* Discounts on shopping, technology, travel & more
* Cycle-to-Work scheme
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Additional perks including discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and local attractions

A stable, supportive role with benefits designed for your wellbeing, financial security, and career growth.

What Youll Do

* Deliver emotional literacy and wellbeing support to learners through 1:1 and small group interventions
* Support students in developing emotional awareness, self-esteem, resilience, and coping strategies
* Work with learners experiencing anxiety, SEMH needs, low confidence, behavioural challenges, or barriers to engagement
* Help students build positive relationships, communication skills, and emotional regulation techniques
* Liaise with teaching staff, safeguarding teams, parents/carers, and external professionals where appropriate
* Maintain accurate records of interventions, progress, and learner outcomes
* Contribute to learner support plans and wellbeing strategies
* Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that enables students to thrive

What Youll Bring

* An ELSA qualification orbe willing to work towards one
* A Level 3 or equivalent qualification in supporting learners with additional needs or be willing to work towards one
* Experience supporting children, young people, or vulnerable individuals in education, youth work, wellbeing, SEN support, or a similar setting
* Understanding of emotional wellbeing, SEMH needs, and barriers to learning
* A calm, empathetic, and student-centred approach
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with learners
* Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and student wellbeing

Why Choose This Path?

Make a meaningful difference supporting learners who need it most without:

* High-pressure corporate environments
* Unpredictable or unsociable hours
* Physically demanding shift work

Enjoy a career with purpose, stability, and the opportunity to truly change lives.

Make a difference every day

If youre ready to be part of a supportive team and help students build confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing, wed love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 31/05/26

Please note:

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. xsngvjr

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

Closing date: 31stMay 2026

Shortlist date: 1stJune 2026

Interview date: TBC

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