St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Learn to love, love to learn
At St. Bernadette's Catholic School you will find us caring, hardworking and co-operative. We follow the ways of Jesus using our talents and gifts to make our school special. We show respect to all and welcome you.
Head Teacher: Miss Finnegan
Hob Moor Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B25 8QL
0121 783 7232
SENCO: Mrs Taylor
Vacancies
St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School, Hob Moor Road, Yardley, Birmingham B25 8QL, TEL: 0121 783 7232
Email: m.smallwood@stberns.bham.sch.uk
Headteacher: Miss Finnegan
Mainstream School – Specialist SEND Teacher
Start Date: Negotiable
MPR/UPS
(A TLR may be available for the right candidate, depending on experience and responsibilities)
0.6 FTE, 0.8 FTE or full time
The Governors of St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a specialist SEND teacher, to join our well-established SEND resource provision within our mainstream school. We are seeking a passionate and skilled SEND Specialist Teacher. This position is offered at 0.6 to full time, with flexibility to suit the right candidate. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, wellresourced environment with small class sizes and a high ratio of adults to pupils, enabling truly individualised teaching and learning.
About the Role
You will lead teaching and learning within our SEND resource provision, supporting pupils with a diverse range of needs. Working alongside a highly experienced team of support staff, therapists, and wider school colleagues, you’ll deliver tailored learning experiences that enable every child to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will also be supported by a dedicated, knowledgeable and committed SEND team of teachers and leaders who will work collaboratively with you to ensure the best provision for pupils. SEND Teacher
What We Offer
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A well-established SEND resource provision embedded within a mainstream setting
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Low pupil numbers to ensure high-quality, personalised teaching
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Exceptionally high staff-to-pupil ratio supporting inclusive practice
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Extensive resources and specialist equipment to enhance learning
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Outstanding CPD and training opportunities, including SEND qualifications, therapeutic approaches, and leadership development
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Flexible working options (0.6–full time)
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A supportive, collaborative team committed to inclusive education
About You
We are looking for someone who:
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Is a qualified teacher (QTS essential)
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Has proven experience working with children with SEND
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Understands a range of needs such as ASD, communication difficulties, sensory needs, and SEMH
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Is creative, flexible, and child-centred in their approach
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Values teamwork, reflection, and professional growth
Why Join Us?
Our SEND resource provision plays a key role in our inclusive ethos. You’ll join a committed and dedicated staff team with a shared ambition to secure the best outcomes for every pupil. You will be supported by a highly skilled SEND team of teachers and leaders, who work collaboratively, share expertise, and champion inclusive practice across the school.
Our school culture is built on consistently high expectations, leading to outstanding behaviour and a calm, purposeful learning environment. We believe every child can achieve, and we are relentless in our commitment to ensuring children with SEND thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You will have the autonomy to shape classroom practice, backed by strong leadership and a community that values inclusive education.
How to Apply
We warmly welcome visits to the school. These can be arranged by contacting sendco@stberns.bham.sch.uk or calling the school office.
Applications must be submitted using the CES application form. To learn more about our happy school and its ethos, please visit our school website: stberns.co.uk
Applications to be forwarded to applications@stberns.bham.sch.uk
Key Dates
Closing date: 12pm on Wednesday 4th February 2026
We reserve the right to close the application process early should we receive sufficient suitable applications.
Shortlisting and interview dates will be communicated following applications.
St Bernadette’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhance DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Successful applicants will need to provide evidence of their identity and Right to Work in the UK.
St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School,
Hob Moor Road, Yardley, Birmingham B25 8QL,
TEL: 0121 783 7232
Email: m.smallwood@stberns.bham.sch.uk
Head Teacher: Miss Emma Finnegan
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
EYFS Specialist Teaching Assistant
Full Time - TTO
Email Address: m.smallwood@stberns.bham.sch.uk
Telephone Number: 0121 783 7232
Job Start Date: As soon as possible, due to an increase in pupil numbers
Salary range: £28,598 to £34,434 - Grade B
Closing Date: 14 February 2026
This vacancy may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of applications received.
Teaching Assistant – EYFS Specialist
St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint an exceptional EYFS Teaching Assistant who is passionate about early childhood development and committed to giving every child the very best start to their learning journey. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to support learning through play, deliver targeted interventions, observe and assess children’s progress, and contribute to a nurturing, language-rich learning environment in line with the EYFS framework.
This role will be focused within our Nursery class, so experience and expertise in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is essential.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has proven experience supporting children in school or an EYFS setting.
· Demonstrates a secure understanding of the EYFS framework
· Can support learning through play, exploration and structured activities
· Has experience working as part of a school team
You will also:
· Be warm, patient and nurturing
· Have excellent communication skills
· Be proactive, adaptable and reflective in your practice
· Be committed to inclusion and meeting the needs of all learners
The successful candidate will join a school that:
· Has a warm, inclusive and nurturing ethos where every child is known and valued
· Benefits from a supportive, experienced and welcoming staff team who work collaboratively
· Places high importance on early language, communication and personal development
· Provides a well-resourced EYFS environment that supports learning through play and exploration
· Values the role of Teaching Assistants as key contributors to children’s progress and wellbeing
· Is committed to high-quality teaching, learning and continuous improvement
· Actively supports professional development and the sharing of good practice
· Maintains a strong commitment to safeguarding, pupil welfare and positive relationships
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the early stages of a child’s learning journey, we would love to hear from you. For further details and an application form please visit www.stberns.co.uk in the vacancy section.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting our office staff on 0121 783 7232 or emailing m.smallwood@stberns.bham.sch.uk
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An online search will be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including:
Enhanced DBS
Childcare Disqualification (where applicable)
Qualifications (where applicable)
Medical fitness
Identity and right to work.