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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
Teaching Assistant - Knowleswood Primary School
We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our school.
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to join Knowleswood Primary School. The successful candidate will be required to support pupils with a range of needs within a fully inclusive primary school environment. The successful candidate will be part of a well-established and growing team of staff who work hard to ensure that all our children are included, engaged and inspired to be their best. They will work collaboratively with a range of other professionals to ensure that all students access a relevant, meaningful, and exciting education.
Grade: Band 5, SCP 4 – 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: Ongoing
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Lunchtime Supervisor - Knowleswood Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lunchtime Supervisor to join Knowleswood Primary School.
The successful candidate will be working in a fully inclusive primary school setting. They will be required to supervise children over lunchtime, supporting their social skills and facilitating play opportunities. The successful candidate will be part of a well-established and growing team of staff who work hard to ensure that all our children are included, engaged and inspired to be their best.
Grade: Band 3, SCP2 (Actual salary £4,286.21 per annum)
Permanent, 8 hours per week, term time only
Closing date for applications: Ongoing
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.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
Class Teacher - Horton Grange Primary School
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Class Teacher to join Horton Grange Primary School. This post is suitable for experienced class teachers and ECT's.
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.
Grade: MPS 1-6 (dependent on experience)
Fixed Term Until 31 August 2026, Full-Time, To start September 2025
Closing date for applications: Monday 31 March 2025 (noon)
Interview Date: Monday 07 April 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: zieadh.pirveen@hortongrangeacademy.co.uk
Inclusion Leader - Bradford AP Academy
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Inclusion Leader to join Bradford Alternative Provision Academy.
Bradford AP Academy are looking to appoint an Inclusion Leader to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all students receive the support and opportunities to enable them to thrive academically and socially. The successful candidate will create an inclusive learning environment and lead school-wide strategies to promote inclusion.
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: Friday 18 April 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Wednesday 23 April 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: recruitment@exceedacademiestrust.co.uk
Lead Teacher - Cottingley Village Primary School - Resource Provision
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: Tuesday 22 April 2025 at 9am
Interview Date: Thursday 01 May 2025
Please return completed application forms by email to: maria.symonds@cottingleyvillageacademy.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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