SLCN/EAL (English as an Additional Language) Specialist Learning Assistant

Southgate Primary School is delighted to offer a permanent opportunity for a caring, skilled and committed practitioner to join our inclusive and forward‑thinking team. In this specialised role, you will play a vital part in supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and those learning English as an Additional Language (EAL), helping them to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. Your opportunityWorking flexibly across the school, you will deliver targeted interventions, create personalised communication resources and collaborate closely with teachers and specialist staff to ensure every child can access the curriculum and reach their full potential. If you are passionate about enabling meaningful progress for all learners and want to make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing tailored support to pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and those learning English as an Additional Language (EAL), delivering targeted individual and small‑group interventions to develop communication, language and social interaction skills.

What we're looking for

Good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.Experience supporting children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and/or pupils learning English as an Additional Language (EAL).Training in speech and language support (e.g., ELKLAN) or EAL‑specific training.Ability to deliver structured, targeted interventions with guidance.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive, supportive relationships.Calm, flexible and professional approach when working across different age groups.Clear understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and inclusive practice.Knowledge of language development or second‑language acquisition.

Desirable

Experience using communication systems such as visuals, symbols or Makaton.Ability to speak an additional language Please read the full job description and person

specification for more information.

About Southgate Primary School Our school sits within a newly established

cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Southgate

Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge Wood

Primary School, Kilnwood Vale Primary School, Greenway Junior School, Salfords

Primary School, Lime Tree Primary School, Merstham Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to work

collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and

experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education

and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career

progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your

professional development. Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a

community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular

progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to

grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils Founded

upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness

43

primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the

south of England

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work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique

identity

Committed

to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible

education GLF Schools Employment Offer GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,

which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

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to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible

working options

Generous

holiday allowance

Work

life and family friendly policies

Employee

wellbeing initiatives

Career

pathways and talent management

Access

to a staff benefits portal

Community

and collaboration working model Please read the attached Join Our Community

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The Details Start Date

ASAP Salary

GLF Specialist - £27,061

Actual Salary

£23,442.08

Hours

Term Time Only (39 Weeks) - Monday to Friday 8.15am-3.45pm Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri and Wed 8.15am-5.00pm

Closing Date

17th May 2026