Learning Support Assistant (Fixed-term contract)
Listing ref aee02a6127
- WhereWalsall
- HoursFull time
- Pay£31,015.00 - £33,119.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary £26,794.85 - £28,612.56 per year
- Posted12 October 2026
- Closes9 November 2026
Learning Support Assistant
Fixed-term contract to 31st August 2027
Full-time / Term-time only
Required ASAP
Salary £31,015 - £33,119 Pro rata
Actual salary £26,794.85 - £28,612.56
We are seeking to appoint, an enthusiastic and experienced Learning Support Assistant.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a knowledge rich school; where students are hardworking and have a positive attitude. You will become a member of a very strong SEN department where the staff are experienced, knowledgeable, friendly and supportive.
St. Francis of Assisi is a fabulous and highly successful school where staff and students feel happy and safe and where teachers and learners have a close working relationship. We have very high expectations of manners, behaviour and relationships and these expectations create an environment where all can achieve their ambitions and aspirations.
We provide a first-rate induction and continuous CPD programme for all so that nobody is left to ‘find their way’ in our school. It is a bespoke programme so that you can focus solely on your teaching when you get here.
Applications are welcome from non-Catholics.
St Francis of Assisi Catholic College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.
The successful candidate will have to meet the rquirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Further details and to apply, please go to our website: https://www.stfrancis.cc/vacancies/ and apply through My New Term.
Closing date: Monday 9th November midday
Interviews: Week commencing 16th November 2026
To arrange a visit, or if you have any queries, please contact Mrs K Siciliano Headteacher’s PA at [email protected]
What this role involves
General background for teaching assistant roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.
- Watch, record and report the progress students make
- Look after children who are upset or unwell
- Lead classes and activities with help from the teacher
- Typical pay (UK)
- £19,000 starting · £26,000 experienced
- Typical hours
- 16 to 37 term time
Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0
Applications open on St Francis of Assisi Catholic College's own careers site.
