GSL Education are proud to partner with an outstanding secondary school in Totton to recruit a Full‑Time Specialist Learning Support Assistant for their Resource Base. If you’re experienced or have transferable skills, we’d love to hear from you.
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About the Role
* Location: Secondary school in Totton
* Start: September 2025 or as soon as you're available
* Setting: Resource Base supporting students with EHCPs, particularly those with SEN and Speech & Language needs
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Our Ideal Candidate
* Experience working with young people with EHCPs or strong transferable skills
* Skilled at supporting students with speech, language, or communication needs
* Personable, adaptable, patient, and committed to long‑term support
* Passionate about inclusive education and enabling students to thrive
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The School’s Core Values & Ethos
* “Be the best that you can be” – striving to reach your fullest potential
* “Have a mind to be kind” – fostering a school culture grounded in mutual respect and courtesy
* A vision to offer every young person exceptional teaching, support, challenge and resources, helping learners to help themselves in becoming the best version of themselves
* A community built on trust, challenge, safeguarding, strong relationships, and continuous improvement through reflection
* A firm commitment to equal opportunities, diversity, and removing barriers to learning for every student
This is a school with high expectations, a calm yet engaging environment, and a strong ethos of personal responsibility, resilience and respect
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What the Role Offers
* A supportive, inclusive Resource Base working with students on EHCPs
* Opportunity to contribute to a school that values restorative practice and positive relationships
* Access to CPD and training alongside experienced, committed colleagues
* A chance to make a meaningful difference to young people with SEN and communication needs
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Responsibilities
* Deliver tailored learning and support consistent with EHCP objectives
* Provide one‑to‑one or small group interventions for SEN and speech & language targets
* Liaise with teaching staff, SENCO, therapists, and parents to support progress
* Monitor, record, and report on achievements and adapt strategies as needed
* Promote a culture of resilience, respect, kindness, and high aspiration aligned with the school ethos
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To Apply
GSL Education is here to guide you through the application process ensuring a perfect match between you and a school that champions values just like yours. Send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability and availability (Sept or Oct). We’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.
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Join us and play a key role in helping students with SEN and speech & language needs flourish within a school community grounded in kindness, ambition, integrity and respect.
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