Head of Academy, Ryecroft Academy, Bradford
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Leadership range L12 – L16 (£67,897 - £75,048) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Delta Academies Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Ryecroft Primary Academy are looking to appoint a Head of Academy to join our academy in September 2026, on a full time, permanent basis.
As a Head of Academy, you will be responsible for all aspects of the internal organisation, professional leadership, management, and control of the academy and for leading supervision over teaching and support staff.
At Ryecroft Primary Academy we are committed to providing the best educational experience for all of our pupils and we believe that home and schoolworking together, as a team, ensures that our pupils do their very best and that they are given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. The staff at Ryecroft ensure this by providing exciting lessons, guidance and support so our pupils can develop as happy, well-balanced individuals who can make the right decisions for themselves.
The academy is a smaller than average primary school catering for pupils from our Early Years Foundation Stage, through Key Stage 1 and into Key Stage 2. There are currently 281 pupils on roll, including 24 part time Nursery pupils and 11 part time 2-year-olds.
The school is situated in the community of Holmewood Bradford.
Visits to the school are welcomed. To arrange a visit please ring the office on 01274 422044 to make an appointment.
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high-performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…
Financial Wellbeing:
Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
Access to an extensive discounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
Gym & fitness discounts
Cycle to Work scheme*
Free annual flu jab
Private Medical Cover (Individual cover only for permanent posts) with the option to add family members via a personal salary deduction
Mental Wellbeing:
Access to an industry-leading Employee Assistance Programme
Menopause Support Service
Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
Interview Date: 22 April 2026 / 23 April 2026
In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.
As a Head of Academy, you will be responsible for all aspects of the internal organisation, professional leadership, management, and control of the academy and for leading supervision over teaching and support staff.
At Ryecroft Primary Academy we are committed to providing the best educational experience for all of our pupils and we believe that home and schoolworking together, as a team, ensures that our pupils do their very best and that they are given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. The staff at Ryecroft ensure this by providing exciting lessons, guidance and support so our pupils can develop as happy, well-balanced individuals who can make the right decisions for themselves.
The academy is a smaller than average primary school catering for pupils from our Early Years Foundation Stage, through Key Stage 1 and into Key Stage 2. There are currently 281 pupils on roll, including 24 part time Nursery pupils and 11 part time 2-year-olds.
The school is situated in the community of Holmewood Bradford.
Visits to the school are welcomed. To arrange a visit please ring the office on 01274 422044 to make an appointment.
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high-performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…
Financial Wellbeing:
Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
Access to an extensive discounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
Gym & fitness discounts
Cycle to Work scheme*
Free annual flu jab
Private Medical Cover (Individual cover only for permanent posts) with the option to add family members via a personal salary deduction
Mental Wellbeing:
Access to an industry-leading Employee Assistance Programme
Menopause Support Service
Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
Interview Date: 22 April 2026 / 23 April 2026
In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.
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