Careers
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 SCITT provision and lead the Bradford SAFE Taskforce, 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.
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
Support Assistant - Baildon Glen Primary School
We are pleased to advertise an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced support assistant to join us at Baildon Glen Primary School.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced support assistant to work in our inclusive organisation. Baildon Glen Primary School, part of the Exceed Academies Trust, 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.
Grade: Band 5, SCP 4-6 (Actual salary £10,363-£10,694 per annum)
Fixed Term until July 2025, 18.75 hours per week, Term time only
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 07 January 2025 at 12 noon
Interview Date: W/B Monday 13 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Cover Supervisor - Horton Grange Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cover Supervisor Horton Grange Primary School.
The role of Cover Supervisors within the school is vital in ensuring positive outcomes and safety of all our children. We are happy to consider prospective School Direct and PGCE students wishing to gain experience in Primary Schools. Horton Grange Primary School is a 3-form entry primary school for children aged 2-11 years, which has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community. We have a positive OFSTED report, which graded the school as outstanding in all areas, for the second time in 2020. We have an excellent track record of supporting staff in developing their careers.
Grade: Band 6, SCP 6-11 (actual salary £19,477-£21,091 per annum)
Permanent, 34.15 hours per week, Term time only
Closing date for applications: Friday 03 January 2025 at 12 noon
Interview Date: W/B Monday 13 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: zieadh.pirveen@hortongrangeacademy.co.uk
Teaching Assistant - Horton Grange Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) – Fixed Term to join Horton Grange Primary School.
Horton Grange Primary School is a 3-form entry primary school for children aged 2-11 years, which has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community. We have a positive OFSTED report, which graded the school as outstanding in all areas, for the second time in 2020. We have an excellent track record of supporting staff in developing their careers.
Grade: Band 4, SCP 3-4 (Actual salary £17,631-£17,908 per annum)
Fixed Term until 31 August 2025, 32.4 hours per week, Term time only
Closing date for applications: Friday 03 January 2025 at 12 noon
Interview Date: W/B Monday 13 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: zieadh.pirveen@hortongrangeacademy.co.uk
Teaching Assistant - Cavendish Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join Cavendish Primary School.
Cavendish Primary School is a two-form entry primary school for children aged 3-11 years, which has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community. With a current Ofsted rating of ‘Good’, Cavendish Primary School exists to prepare and support children for their future, in a happy, healthy and safe environment. We want all our children to enjoy learning and to have the highest expectations of themselves. Our school is about preparing children for their futures and life in modern Bradford, Britain and the wider world.
Grade: Band 5, SCP4-6 (Actual salary £18,434-£19,023 per annum)
Permanent, 32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only Plus 5 days
Closing date for applications: Friday 10 January 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Wednesday 15 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Level 1 Teaching Assistant - Copthorne Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join Copthorne Primary School.
Copthorne Primary School is a busy and vibrant 2 form entry school. Judged “Outstanding” by Ofsted, we are committed to maintaining our high standards. We believe that there are no limits on learning. We offer a friendly, caring environment where staff and pupils alike are encouraged and supported to do their best. We enjoy strong links with our parents and local community. Would you like to join us?
Grade: Band 4, SCP3-4 (Actual salary £17,685-£17,963 per annum)
Fixed Term (12 months), 32.5 hours per week, Term Time Only
Closing date for applications: Friday 10 January 2025 at 12pm
Interview Date: Thursday 16 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: stacey.hardcastle@copthorneacademy.co.uk
Early Years Practitioner - Holybrook Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Early Years Practitioner 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 7, SCP11-17 (Actual salary £21,616-£23,942 per annum)
Permanent, 35 hours per week, Term Time Only
Closing date for applications: Monday 06 January 2025 at 12pm
Interview Date: WC Monday 13th January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: office@holybrookacademy.co.uk
Lunchtime Supervisor - Horton Grange Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lunchtime Supervisor to join Horton Grange Primary School.
Horton Grange Primary School is a 3-form entry primary school for children aged 2-11 years, which has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community. We have a recent positive OFSTED report which graded the school as good or outstanding in all areas. We have an excellent track record of supporting staff in developing their careers.
Horton Grange Primary School joined Exceed Academies Trust on 1 December 2016, as one of 3 founding schools, and has been an integral part in establishing and developing the Multi Academy Trust into the successful and highly regarded organisation it is today.
Grade: Band 3, SCP2 (Actual salary £4,232 per annum)
Fixed-term until 31 August 2025, 7.9 hours per week, Term Time Only
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15 January 2025 at 12pm
Interview Date: Friday 24 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: zieadh.pirveen@hortongrangeacademy.co.uk
Class Teacher - Horton Grange Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Class Teacher to join Horton Grange Primary School.
Horton Grange Primary School is a 3-form entry primary school for children aged 2-11 years, which has an excellent reputation within the local and wider community. We have a recent positive OFSTED report which graded the school as good or outstanding in all areas. We have an excellent track record of supporting staff in developing their careers.
Horton Grange Primary School joined Exceed Academies Trust on 1 December 2016, as one of 3 founding schools, and has been an integral part in establishing and developing the Multi Academy Trust into the successful and highly regarded organisation it is today.
Grade: MPS 1-6 (dependent on experience)
Fixed-term until 31 August 2025, 32.5 hours per week
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15 January 2025 at 12pm
Interview Date: Thursday 30 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: zieadh.pirveen@hortongrangeacademy.co.uk
Office Manager - Holybrook Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Office Manager 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.
The successful candidate will be working in a fully inclusive primary school setting. They will be required to ensure the smooth running of the school office, which has direct involvement with staff, pupils and parents, and deliver high quality and professional support to all departments of the school. They will be the key point of contact for the school and will be required to foster good relationships, both internally and externally.
Grade: Band 8, SCP17 - 22 (Actual salary £25,971-£28,213 per annum)
Permanent, 37 hours per week, term-time plus 5 days
Closing date for applications: Monday 20 January 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: w/c Monday 27 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Assistant Headteacher - Knowleswood Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Headteacher / SENDCO to join Knowleswood Primary School.
Knowleswood Primary School is a two-form entry primary school for children aged 3-11 years old. All staff at Knowleswood Primary School and Exceed Academies Trust are committed to supporting our children and the local community, whilst going above and beyond to provide an environment for learning and personal development to overcome individual challenges and allows opportunities for children to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Headteacher to formulate the aims and objectives of the school and provide strategic leadership, establish policies and manage staff and resources. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the schools SEND provisions and supporting pupils across all year groups. The role will include the development, implementation and monitoring of individual support and learning plans tailored to the needs of each pupil.
Grade: Leadership Scale L5 - L9
Permanent, 32.5 hours per week
Closing date for applications: Monday 20 January 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: w/c Monday 27 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Office Manager - Knowleswood Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Office Manager to join Knowleswood Primary School.
Knowleswood Primary School is a two-form entry primary school for children aged 3-11 years old. All staff at Knowleswood Primary School and Exceed Academies Trust are committed to supporting our children and the local community, whilst going above and beyond to provide an environment for learning and personal development to overcome individual challenges and allows opportunities for children to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens.
The successful candidate will be working in a fully inclusive primary school setting. They will be required to ensure the smooth running of the school office, which has direct involvement with staff, pupils and parents, and deliver high quality and professional support to all departments of the school. They will be the key point of contact for the school and will be required to foster good relationships, both internally and externally.
Grade: Band 8/SO1 SCP 17-25 (Actual salary £26,633-£31,500)
Permanent, 37 hours per week, term time plus 10 days
Closing date for applications: Monday 20 January 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: TBC
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Teaching Assistant - Bowling Park Primary School
We are delighted to announce exciting new opportunities for Teaching Assistants to join the team at Bowling Park Primary School. Bowling Park Primary is a three-form entry school for children aged 3-11 years old, situated over two sites. One site is situated in the West Bowling area of Bradford and the second is situated within the East Bowling area of Bradford, a short distance away from one another and easily accessible. Both sites are situated within culturally diverse areas and have built excellent relationships with members of the local community, including parents of the children who attend the school.
The successful candidate will be working in a fully inclusive primary school setting. They will be required to ensure the smooth running of the school office, which has direct involvement with staff, pupils and parents, and deliver high quality and professional support to all departments of the school. They will be the key point of contact for the school and will be required to foster good relationships, both internally and externally.
Grade: Band 4, SCP 3-4 (Actual salary £17,685 - £17,963)
Permanent and Fixed Term contracts available
32.5 hours per week, term time only
Closing date for applications: Monday 13 January 2025 at 12pm
Interview Date: w.c. 13 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: natasha.woodhead@bowlingparkacademy.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.
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 20 January 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: w/c Monday 27 January 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Internal Vacancies
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Opportunities with Partners
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