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Exceed Academies Trust has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community and we are proud to lead the Exceed Teaching School Hub, supporting all schools in Bradford. We also boast an Outstanding School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) provision and lead the Bradford SAFE and AP Taskforces, as well as possessing an exceptional track record of supporting staff to grow and develop their careers.
Exceed Academies Trust strives to be an employer of choice. 
We are an inclusive and diverse multi academy trust and ultimately, our aim is to employ a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. We are committed to achieving a balanced workforce at all levels, whilst ensuring that no individual is disadvantaged or treated less favourably. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnicities and will ensure a fair recruitment process without discrimination, in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.
Exceed Academies Trust's Equity, Diversity, and Belonging (EDB) Strategy aims to create an inclusive environment where all staff and students feel valued and respected. The strategy focuses on improving representation and belonging, fostering an inclusive culture, providing training and support, and ensuring the curriculum promotes equity and diversity. Key actions include modelling inclusive behaviours, offering professional development on unconscious bias and allyship, and embedding diversity into the curriculum. By addressing unconscious biases, supporting a diverse workforce, and promoting a culturally responsive curriculum, the Trust seeks to cultivate a community that champions equity, diversity, and belonging.
Our current vacancies
Experienced School Based Administrators
(Salary variable based on experience)
We are always interested in speaking to experienced School based Administrators who would be able to support our schools, either on a temporary or permanent basis. If you have school office based admin experience and you are a looking for a new challenge, please complete the application form below.
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Lunchtime Supervisor - Appleton Academy
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lunchtime Supervisor to join us at Appleton Academy. The position is offered at 1.5 hours per day to be worked between the hours of 11:30am and 1:45pm (7.5 hours per week) with the potential for additional hours. The successful candidate will join an existing team of Lunchtime Assistants and will work closely with the Primary Staff during lunchtime hours.
You will be responsible for supervising children at lunchtime, both whilst eating and in the play area, leading play activities and ensuring the safety, well-being and good behaviour of all pupils. Appleton Academy is a vibrant two-form entry primary school for children aged 4 to 11 years old.
Grade: Band 4, SCP 3 - 4 (Actual salary £3,861 - £3,925)
Permanent, 7.5 hours per week, Term Time Only
Closing date for applications: Ongoing
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@appletonacademy.co.uk
Exam Invigilator - Appleton Academy
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Exam Invigilators to join Appleton Academy.
The successful candidate will ensure the smooth running of examinations, supervise students during examinations, ensure all procedures are followed and maintain the integrity of the exams. The successful applicant would be ideally available to work during the peak exam periods of November, January, March, May and June.
Grade: SPOT (£12.21 per hour)
Casual/Adhoc basis
Closing date for applications: We are recruiting immediately for the upcoming GCSE peak exams period of May and June 2025, however, recruitment is also ongoing all year round.
Interview Date: Ongoing interview dates.
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@appletonacademy.co.uk
SEND Teacher - Holybrook Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Class Teacher to join Holybrook Primary School in the Horizons Centre, SEMH Resourced Provision.
Holybrook Primary School is a happy, lively, caring school at the heart of the vibrant, strong Eccleshill village community. We are fortunate to have large, airy classrooms in our school and our outside grounds are extensive and beautiful. Holybrook and Horizons was recently judged to be ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and are now looking to recruit a highly skilled Class Teacher who is passionate about educating children with SEMH needs.
We opened our Resourced Provision in September 2020. It is a new provision which replaces our behaviour centre, as the district’s needs have changed, to meet the needs of this growing population within the city of Bradford. Experience, knowledge and/or passion for teaching pupils with SEMH needs is desired for this role. You will be joining an experienced team who have a wealth of knowledge and experience in supporting our children’s needs.
Grade: MPS 1-6 with potential of SEN point (dependant on experience)
To Start September 2025, Full-Time
Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Thursday 22 May 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: office@holybrookacademy.co.uk
Class Teacher - Holybrook Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Class Teacher to join Holybrook Primary School.
Holybrook Primary School is a happy, lively, caring school at the heart of the vibrant, strong Eccleshill village community. We are fortunate to have large, airy classrooms in our school and our outside grounds are extensive and beautiful. Holybrook and Horizons was recently judged to be ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and is now looking to recruit a highly skilled Class Teacher to join the team.
Grade: MPS 1-6 (dependant on experience)
To Start September 2025, Full-Time
Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Thursday 22 May 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: office@holybrookacademy.co.uk
SEND Teaching Assistant - Holybrook Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join Holybrook Primary School.
Holybrook Primary School is a happy, lively, caring school at the heart of the vibrant, strong Eccleshill village community. We are fortunate to have large, airy classrooms in our school and our outside grounds are extensive and beautiful. Holybrook and Horizons was recently judged to be ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and is now looking to recruit a highly skilled person to join the team.
We are a school with a strong ethos of learning through ‘courtesy, kindness and respect’, which underpins our fabulous curriculum. Holybrook Primary School has committed, dedicated, enthusiastic and conscientious staff who plan carefully for the different learning needs and learning styles of the children in our classes.
Grade: Band 5, SCP4-6 (Actual salary £17,963 - £18,536 per annum)
Permanent, Term Time Only, 32.5 hours per week
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 04 June 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Monday 09 June 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: office@holybrookacademy.co.uk
Class Teacher (0.4) - Copthorne Primary School
We are looking to appoint an inspirational teacher to work in our inclusive, multi-cultural organisation. Copthorne Primary School, part of the Exceed Academies Trust, is a busy and exciting 2 form entry school. We believe that there are no limits on learning and are committed to maintaining our high standards and our highly effective community partnerships. We have an excellent reputation within the local and wider community and an outstanding track record of supporting staff to grow and develop their careers.
Copthorne Primary School is part of Exceed Academies Trust, which currently consists of fourteen academies; ten primary schools, an all-through primary-to-secondary academy, two alternative provision academies (Primary and Secondary), and a specialist setting for children/young people who suffer from social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The Trust has an excellent reputation within Bradford and beyond, and an outstanding track record of supporting staff in developing their careers through specialist training lead by the Exceed Teaching School Hub and our Outstanding SCITT.
0.4FTE, 13 hours per week over 2 days (0.2FTE, 6.5 hours per week over 1 day to also be considered)
MPS/UPS dependant on experience
Fixed Term to August 2026, commencing as soon as possible
Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: w.c. 19 May 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: stacey.hardcastle@copthorneacademy.co.uk
Early Years Practitioner - Appleton Academy
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Early Years Practitioner to join Appleton Academy.
Appleton Academy is part of Exceed Academies Trust, which currently consists of fourteen academies; ten primary schools, an all-through primary-to-secondary academy, two alternative provision academies (Primary and Secondary), and a specialist setting for children/young people who suffer from social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The Trust has an excellent reputation within Bradford and beyond, and an outstanding track record of supporting staff in developing their careers through specialist training lead by the Exceed Teaching School Hub and our Outstanding SCITT.
Grade: Band 6 SCP (6-11) – Actual salary £20,486 - £22,183 per annum
Permanent, Term Time Only plus 5 days, 35 hours per week
Closing date for applications: Friday 23 May 2025
Interview Date: w.c. 02 June 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@appletonacademy.co.uk
Deputy Headteacher - Harden Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced leader to join Harden Primary School to continue to lead the improvement of Teaching and Learning across the school.
Harden Primary School is a busy and exciting 1 form entry primary school. We believe that there are no limits on learning and are committed to maintaining our high standards and our highly effective community partnerships. We aim to make each child’s Primary school days exciting and rewarding so that they look forward to each new school day and build a love of learning and discovery that will last all their lives. Children are at the heart of everything we do.
Grade: Leadership Scale L8-L12 (Actual salary £59,167-£65,286)
Permanent, Full-Time
Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May 2025 at 3pm
Interview Date: Thursday 22 May 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Lead Teacher - Cottingley Village Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Class Teacher to join Cottingley Village Primary School in the Maples, SEMH Resourced Provision.
The resourced provision is a 16-place provision for children with EHCPs with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The children range from 5-11 and are placed in smaller groups to be taught. There is a knowledgeable team who work in the provision who are supportive of each other.
Grade: MPS/UPS with potential of SEN point (dependant on experience)
Permanent, Full-Time
Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May 2025
Interview Date: Friday 23 May 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: maria.symonds@cottingleyvillageacademy.co.uk
Behaviour and Learning Practitioner with Lunchtime Supervision - Bradford AP Academy
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Behaviour and Learning Practitioner with Lunchtime Supervision to join Bradford Alternative Provision Academy.
Bradford AP Academy are looking to appoint a Behaviour and Learning Practitioner to join their team. The aim of the role will be to support students with challenging behaviour and learning barriers. Within the role, it is expected that you will work closely with the teaching staff, Behaviour Lead and Head of Centre (HOC) to successfully manage pupils to improve engagement and reduce barriers to learning and success.
Grade: Band 6, SCP6 – SCP11 (Actual salary £16,682-£18,063 per annum) and Band 4, SCP3 – SCP4 (Actual salary £1,360-£1,381 per annum)
Permanent, 31 hours per week, Term Time Only / Term Time Only plus 5 days
Closing date for applications: Thursday 22 May 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Tuesday 03 June 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@bradfordapacademy.co.uk
Higher Level Behaviour & Learning Practitioner - Bradford AP Academy
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Higher-Level Behaviour and Learning Practitioner to join Bradford Alternative Provision Academy.
Bradford AP Academy are looking to appoint a Higher Level Behaviour and Learning Practitioner to join their team. The Practical Subject & Trip Lead will prepare and deliver a practical session to a small group of learners and lead on trips and visits under the guidance of the Head of Centre.
Grade: Band 8, SCP17 – SCP22 (Actual salary £22,813-£24,781 per annum)
Permanent, 32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only plus 5 days
Closing date for applications: Thursday 22 May 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Tuesday 03 June 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@bradfordapacademy.co.uk
Operations Manager - Bradford AP Academy
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join Bradford AP Academy.
The successful candidate will be responsible for organising and managing the schools administrative and office systems, including HR, finance and facilities and ensuring the smooth running of the school. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure that all relevant activities run smoothly and efficiently, supporting our commitment to delivering an outstanding education for our pupils.
Grade: Band SO1 SCP 23-25 (Actual salary £29,095-£30,724 per annum)
Permanent, 37 hours per week, Term Time Only Plus 5 days
Closing date for applications: Monday 02 June 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: w/c Monday 09 June 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Opportunities with Partners
*Please be aware that these vacancies are with other organisations that we work with but are not part of the Exceed Academies Trust*
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