Play Worker 

Start date 3rd November 2025 
12.5 hours per week, term time only 
Temporary, in the first instance 
Grade 3 - £7,387 actual 

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 705 children on roll and numbers are expected to remain at this level moving forward. 

We are seeking an energetic, caring and dedicated individual to join our team as a Play Worker in our After School Club setting. 

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for working with children and a strong understanding of child development, including children ages 3 to 11. 

If appointed, you will work alongside an experienced team and deliver engaging activities to meet the needs of all our children. 

This role will start on a temporary contract, with the intention of extending the contract upon review. 

How to Apply: 

Further details and an application form are available on the academies website

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 lgreenhouse@stjohnsprimary.academy 

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

Closing Date: Friday 17th October 2025 at 9am 

Interviews: Thursday 23rd October 2025