St John’s Primary Academy, Essington 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 715 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 Scheduled dates and times: • Wednesday 4th February – 9:30am • Thursday 12th February – 9:30am Completed applications should be emailed to Laura Greenhouse - lgreenhouse@stjohnsprimary.academy. Only candidates who are short-listed will be contacted by phone or e-mail. Closing Date: Midday on Monday 23rd February 2026 Interviews: Monday 2nd March 2026 This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a “disclosure” check under the “Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974”. Further details regarding this check and Staffordshire County Council’s employment policy will be found within the application pack. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. Our multi-academy trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. St John’s Primary Academy Hobnock Road, Essington, Wolverhampton, WV11 2RF Telephone: 01922 476695