1:1 Learning Support Assistant 

Fixed-term initially, with a view to extend 

32.5 Hours per Week Term Time Only 

Grade 2 - £18327.40 

St John’s is a large, successful primary academy that is committed to providing an excellent education for its pupils. The academy is located in Essington and attracts pupils from the village and surrounding districts in the Walsall and Wolverhampton area. It caters for pupils from the age of 2 to 11 and has a Before and After School provision. At present there are 690 children on roll and numbers are expected to remain at this level moving forward. 

We are seeking an energetic, patient, and nurturing individual to join our team as a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to support a child with special educational needs. 

This role will start on a fixed-term contract, with the intention of extending the contract upon review at the end of the fixed term. 

You will be building a consistent, trusting relationship with the child, supporting them as they progress through the school and moving up through the school with them. 

The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children with additional needs and be committed to providing both educational and basic care support. 

This role requires someone who is truly patient, nurturing, and dedicated to ensuring the child's overall well-being and development within a supportive learning environment.

How to Apply: 

Further details and an application form are available below to download. 

It is recommended that potential candidates arrange a visit to the academy. Appointments can be made by emailing lgreenhouse@stjohnsprimary.academy 

Completed applications should be emailed to Laura Greenhouse - lgreenhouse@stjohnsprimary.academy.

St John’s Primary Academy is part of Future Generation Trust In the future generation we trust! This job involves working with children and is therefore subject to an advance disclosure check through the confidential process administered by the Disclosure & Barring Service. A conviction may not exclude candidates from the job, but it will be considered as part of the recruitment process. Should candidates be invited to interview, they must be willing to sign a self-declaration form to obtain information regarding staff disqualification, in line with the Childcare Act 2006. Our academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects staff to share this commitment. 

Only candidates who are short-listed will be contacted by phone or e-mail. 

Closing Date: Friday 6th June 2025 

Interviews: Week beginning Monday 10th June 2025