Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment.

As part of our rigorous recruitment process, all applicants will undergo safeguarding checks, including:

• Verification of identity and qualifications
• Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
• Satisfactory references, including at least one from a current or most recent employer
• A review of any gaps in employment history

Our commitment to safeguarding ensures that only those suitable to work with children are appointed. Please note that providing false information or omitting relevant details may result in the withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

For further details, please refer to our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, available on our website or by request from the school office.

By applying for a role at St. Bernadette's, you acknowledge and agree to these safeguarding requirements.

Work for us

St Bernadette’s is part of St John Bosco Catholic Academy. Being a part of the academy means you are part of our family. We are fully committed to the development of all our staff. We are proud of our supportive CPD package which offers a range of high-quality short courses to support personal and professional development of employees.

Being part of our family enables collaboration and innovation. Our goals have been developed using our strategic plan, feedback from staff surveys and using data to inform our thinking. We want to:

• Attract, recruit and retain our best people
• Develop, nurture and grow talent
• Provide an environment for people to grow
• Spiritual development and nourishment

We are proud of what we do and what we have achieved; so please come join us and help us be even greater.

Below you will find a list of our current vacancies across our Multi Academy Company.