St John Vianney RC School in Trafford is a non‑maintained Catholic special school for children and young people with a range of additional needs, serving ages 5 to 19 in a nurturing, inclusive environment. The school emphasises professionalism, high expectations and respect, helping pupils discover and develop their talents so that they “can live life, and have it to the full,” and preparing them to make a valuable contribution to society. It was judged Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection, which noted that pupils enjoy coming to school and benefit from rich opportunities that build their confidence and independence. Staff joining St John Vianney can expect a strong ethos of teamwork, high staff morale and a clear commitment to lifelong learning for both pupils and adults.