Dixons Academies Trust

About the Company

Dixons Academies Trust is a school trust of 17 schools in Bradford, Leeds, Liverpool and Manchester. Built around the high-performing Dixons City Academy, the schools are a mix of sponsored turnaround academies and start-up free schools. The trust is made up of 3 primary, 2 all-through schools, 11 secondary and 1 sixth form. Want to join Team Dixons? Visit joindixonsat.com for all of our live vacancies or to simply join our talent community.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Dixons Academies Trust

Job Title

Cleaning Supervisor

Job Description

**Job Title** Cleaning Supervisor **Role Summary** Oversee daily cleaning operations across multiple schools (primary, secondary, all-through, sixth form) within a multi-academy trust. Ensure consistent, high‑standard hygiene, safety, and compliance with health regulations. Lead, develop and manage a team of cleaners, coordinate schedules, supplies, and quality audits while supporting the Business Services team during growth. **Expectations** - Proven experience in a cleaning supervision or similar role. - Strong commitment to continuous improvement and a clear moral purpose. - Demonstrated ability to manage staff, maintain standards and meet strict deadlines. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Supervise, mentor and evaluate cleaning staff across all locations. 2. Plan and allocate daily, weekly and seasonal cleaning schedules, ensuring coverage of all school areas. 3. Monitor and enforce compliance with health & safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations. 4. Order, track and manage cleaning supplies, equipment and hazardous chemicals. 5. Conduct regular inspections, record findings and initiate corrective actions. 6. Prepare and submit cleaning reports and metrics for management review. 7. Foster a culture of professionalism, teamwork and shared responsibility. 8. Liaise with Business Services, facilities management and school leadership on cleaning requirements. 9. Support continuous professional development and training of staff. 10. Manage incidents, complaints and ensure timely resolution. **Required Skills** - Leadership and team‑management experience. - Strong organisational and scheduling ability. - Knowledge of cleaning techniques, chemicals and safety practices. - Familiarity with health & safety legislation and HSE training. - Excellent communication, problem‑solving and interpersonal skills. - Proficiency in basic IT and reporting tools. - Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends. **Required Education & Certifications** - Minimum: A‑level equivalent or equivalent work experience. - Relevant cleaning or hygiene management certifications (e.g., QMI, HETAS). - HSE health & safety training. - Enhanced DBS check required. ---

Bradford, United kingdom

Hybrid

27-02-2026

Company Name

Dixons Academies Trust

Job Title

Academy Administrator L3

Job Description

Job Title: Academy Administrator L3 Role Summary: Provide high‑level administrative support to the Business Services team of a multi‑academy trust, facilitating the efficient operation of central services across schools. Expactations: Ensure accurate and timely administration, uphold the trust’s values of purpose and improvement, and support the trust’s growth initiatives by managing data, communications, and compliance. Key Responsibilities: • Coordinate day‑to‑day administrative tasks for the Business Services department. • Manage confidential correspondence and documentation. • Maintain and update databases, spreadsheets, and reporting systems. • Schedule meetings, events, and travel arrangements for senior staff. • Prepare minutes, agendas, and follow‑up action plans. • Assist with governance reports, inspection documentation, and regulatory compliance. • Liaise with schools, external agencies, and stakeholder groups. • Support the implementation of new systems and processes. • Conduct routine reviews of operational procedures to enhance efficiency. Required Skills: • Excellent written and verbal communication. • Strong organisational and time‑management abilities. • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and database management. • Attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism. • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and workload. • Team player with proactive problem‑solving skills. Required Education & Certifications: • Minimum Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Business Administration, Office Administration or related field. • Previous experience in an academy or educational administration role preferred. • DBS check (enhanced) required.

Manchester, United kingdom

Hybrid

27-02-2026

Company Name

Dixons Academies Trust

Job Title

Head of Department - PE

Job Description

**Job Title** Head of Department – Physical Education **Role Summary** Lead and develop the Physical Education department, ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery, staff performance, and student outcomes. Champion inclusive, engaging, and safeguarding‑compliant PE provision within a broader school strategy. **Expectations** - Drive attainment and progress of all students in PE. - Foster a culture of hard work, integrity, and kindness. - Align department goals with school values and national curriculum standards. - Champion professional development for PE staff. **Key Responsibilities** - Design, implement, and review a curriculum that meets or exceeds national standards and caters to diverse student needs. - Manage and mentor the PE team: recruitment, appraisal, scheduling, and workload distribution. - Allocate and manage departmental resources, ensuring high‑quality equipment and facilities. - Analyse student progress data, set targets, and report on outcomes to senior leadership. - Oversee safeguarding and risk management, ensuring all staff hold appropriate DBS checks. - Facilitate collaboration with other department heads to integrate PE into the wider school programme. - Lead staff training and coaching, fostering a supportive, continuous‑learning environment. - Represent the department at meetings, parent forums, and external events. - Ensure compliance with health, safety, and statutory regulations. **Required Skills** - Strong leadership and team‑management abilities. - Curriculum design and assessment expertise in Physical Education. - Data‑driven decision‑making and reporting. - Excellent communication, both written and verbal. - Knowledge of safeguarding and risk‑management processes. - Commitment to inclusive education and equity. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Physical Education, Sport & Exercise Science, or related field. - Qualified teacher status (e.g., PGCE, BTEQ, or equivalent) with a focus on PE. - Leadership and management training (Level 4/5) preferred. - Current DBS check and safeguarding training.

Manchester, United kingdom

Hybrid

27-02-2026

Company Name

Dixons Academies Trust

Job Title

Roaming IT Technician

Job Description

**Job Title:** Roaming IT Technician **Role Summary:** Provide on‑site technical support across multiple academy sites in Leeds, Bradford, Manchester and Liverpool, delivering reliable hardware, software and network services to the Business Services team and ensuring continuous improvement of IT operations. **Expectations:** - Demonstrated experience in a similar roaming/field IT support role. - Strong personal drive for improvement and ethical conduct. - Ability to travel regularly between sites and adapt to varied school environments. - Commitment to safeguarding; successful candidates must pass an enhanced DBS check. **Key Responsibilities:** - Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices and peripheral equipment on‑site. - Resolve software, operating system and network connectivity issues promptly. - Respond to service tickets, record incidents and update technical documentation. - Manage and audit IT inventory, ensuring assets are tracked and compliant. - Collaborate with the Business Services team to implement IT improvements and upgrades. - Provide user training and support to staff on standard applications and security practices. - Follow Trust IT policies, health & safety standards and safeguarding procedures. **Required Skills:** - Proven roaming/field IT support experience (minimum 2 years). - Strong troubleshooting abilities for Windows, macOS and common office applications. - Basic networking knowledge (LAN/Wi‑Fi, IP configuration, printer networking). - Excellent communication and customer‑service skills. - Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage travel schedule. - Good organizational skills and attention to detail. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Minimum GCSEs (or equivalent) including IT/Computer Studies and Maths, or comparable vocational qualification. - Preferred: IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or equivalent. - Must be eligible to obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Bradford, United kingdom

Hybrid

03-03-2026