Carlton Academy Trust
About Carlton Academy Trust
Carlton Academy Trust is an award winning, Bradford-based Trust with a powerful story. Formed in 2019,it was inspired by the remarkable transformation of its founding school, Carlton Bolling - once labelled “The Most Broken School in the Country, but transformed into an Ofsted Outstanding, World Class School, and Secondary School of the Year in less than 4 years.
That same belief in transformation drives our work today. Now supporting nine schools – three secondary, three primary, and three special – we serve nearly 5,000 students and employ over 980 staff. In 2022, we became one of the first to be recognised as a World Class Trust by the World Class Schools Quality Mark.
Our mission, Excellence for All, sits at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to sustainable growth, with a plan to expand to around 15 schools so we can continue offering high-quality, focused support and ensure every school has the chance to achieve Outstanding status.
We believe in empowering our people. Across the Trust, you’ll find a culture of openness, innovation, and professional trust. Staff at every level are supported to lead, think differently, and shape provision that truly meets the needs of their students.
We also know that wellbeing matters. That’s why we take work-life balance seriously – ensuring high standards are achieved within the school day, not beyond it. We take a holistic approach to staff wellbeing though innovative Carlton Cares programme, offering tailored support for physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Our trust-wide commitment also includes:
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Smarter, more efficient systems to reduce unnecessary workload
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A clear cap on after-school commitments (just one meeting or event per week)
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Shorter, more focused school days with earlier finish times
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Early finishes on Fridays in some schools
If you're looking to be part of a values-led, forward-thinking trust that champions excellence and supports its people to thrive, Carlton Academy Trust could be the perfect next step in your career.
Carlton Academy Trust Vacancies
Kitchen Steward
Kitchen Steward
Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
This role supports a high performing school kitchen by maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, safety, and organisation, ensuring equipment and work areas are consistently ready for service....
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £5,674.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 3, SCP 2, 10hrs per week TTO plus 5 days
Apprentice Education Technician
Apprentice Education Technician
Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
A fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to develop hands‑on technical skills across multiple curriculum areas. This apprenticeship offers structured training, real class...
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £12,205.00 Annually (Actual)
National Apprentice Rate, 37 hours per week, TTO
Pastoral & Learning Assistant
Pastoral & Learning Assistant
Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
Support Student Wellbeing and Learning . Join Carlton Academy Trust as a Pastoral and Learning Assistant, supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs through targeted interventions and inclusive learn...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £25,354.00 - £27,542.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 8, Scale Point 17 to 22. 35 hours per week, TTO plus 5 days.
Cook
Cook
Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
Deliver high quality, nutritious meals that support the daily experience of students and staff. This role requires a dedicated individual who can maintain excellent hygiene standards, follow establish...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £18,311.00 - £19,828.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 6, SCP 6 to 11, 30hours TTO plus 7 days, Mon to Thu 7:15am to 2:00pm, Fri 8:15am to 1:15pm
Teacher of Music
Teacher of Music
Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
Inspire musical talent and creativity as a Teacher of Music at Carlton Academy Trust. Deliver engaging lessons across all key stages, nurturing performance, composition, and appreciation in a dynamic ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (Actual)
Main Pay Scale 1 to Upper Pay Scale 3 (MPS1 to UPS3)
Head Chef
Head Chef
Marshfield Primary, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Marshfield Primary, Bradford, West Yorkshire
Aiming to inspire healthier futures, we are looking for a Head Chef who can lead a warm, efficient, and child‑focused food service. This role champions nutritious meals, exceptional organisation, an...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £23,586.00 - £25,999.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 7, SCP 11 to 17, 35hrs TTO plus 10 days, Monday to Friday 7:00am to 2:30pm
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
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Carlton Academy Trust Vacancies
Kitchen Steward
Kitchen Steward
Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
This role supports a high performing school kitchen by maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, safety, and organisation, ensuring equipment and work areas are consistently ready for service....
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £5,674.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 3, SCP 2, 10hrs per week TTO plus 5 days
Apprentice Education Technician
Apprentice Education Technician
Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
A fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to develop hands‑on technical skills across multiple curriculum areas. This apprenticeship offers structured training, real class...
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £12,205.00 Annually (Actual)
National Apprentice Rate, 37 hours per week, TTO
Pastoral & Learning Assistant
Pastoral & Learning Assistant
Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Bolling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
Support Student Wellbeing and Learning . Join Carlton Academy Trust as a Pastoral and Learning Assistant, supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs through targeted interventions and inclusive learn...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £25,354.00 - £27,542.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 8, Scale Point 17 to 22. 35 hours per week, TTO plus 5 days.
Cook
Cook
Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
Deliver high quality, nutritious meals that support the daily experience of students and staff. This role requires a dedicated individual who can maintain excellent hygiene standards, follow establish...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £18,311.00 - £19,828.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 6, SCP 6 to 11, 30hours TTO plus 7 days, Mon to Thu 7:15am to 2:00pm, Fri 8:15am to 1:15pm
Teacher of Music
Teacher of Music
Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
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Carlton Keighley, Keighley, West Yorkshire
Inspire musical talent and creativity as a Teacher of Music at Carlton Academy Trust. Deliver engaging lessons across all key stages, nurturing performance, composition, and appreciation in a dynamic ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (Actual)
Main Pay Scale 1 to Upper Pay Scale 3 (MPS1 to UPS3)
Head Chef
Head Chef
Marshfield Primary, Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Marshfield Primary, Bradford, West Yorkshire
Aiming to inspire healthier futures, we are looking for a Head Chef who can lead a warm, efficient, and child‑focused food service. This role champions nutritious meals, exceptional organisation, an...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £23,586.00 - £25,999.00 Annually (Actual)
Band 7, SCP 11 to 17, 35hrs TTO plus 10 days, Monday to Friday 7:00am to 2:30pm
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
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