E.L.S.A (Emotional Support Assistant)
We have two members of staff who are E.L.S.A trained, these are:
Miss S Hughes and Mrs S McGuill
- An ELSA is an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant.
- An ELSA is a school-based support role, designed to support pupils with emotional and social needs.
- ELSAs work closely with teachers, parents, and sometimes external agencies, but they do not replace these roles. Their work is a complementary part of a wider support system.
- Whilst maintaining confidentiality is important, ELSAs must follow school policies regarding safeguarding and are required to report any concerns about a pupil’s welfare.
- The support provided by ELSAs is often short-term and focused on specific goals. Long-term therapeutic needs are beyond their scope and should be referred to appropriate services.
Areas of Support:
•Loss and bereavement
•Emotional Literacy
•Self-esteem
•Social Skills
•Friendship issues
•Relationships
•Managing strong feelings
•Anxiety and worries
•Bullying
•Conflict
•Emotional Regulation
•Growth Mindset
•Social and therapeutic stories
•Problem-Solving
If you think your child may benefit from completing ELSA sessions, please speak to your child's class teacher. They will then be able to fill in a referral form and discuss with an ELSA, to identify if this short-term intervention would be suitable for your child.