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More Applications to City’s Teaching Jobs
Bradford for Teaching
In 2020, Bradford schools received more applications for teaching jobs than they had the previous year, in a possible sign that the city is becoming more attractive to new teachers. That’s the finding from the annual evaluation report from Bradford for Teaching.
Globetrotting teacher puts down roots in Bradford
After 12 years teaching and training teachers internationally, 35-year-old Antonia O’Sullivan decided to fulfil a life-long ambition and return to the UK to train as a primary school teacher.
Virtual Celebration to Recognise Achievements
Telegraph & Argus Education Awards 2020
The Bradford Schools Awards, postponed from March, are back – bigger and better online. Now anyone can see the show, presented by the Telegraph and Argus, set to be broadcast live online on Thursday 24 September
Thank You!
Bradford for Teaching
At the end of an extraordinary school year, time to reflect. And say thank you.
Mind the gap: Education in COVID-19 world
BRADFORD FOR TEACHING
Over 100 teachers and school leaders logged on to a special Bradford for Teaching webinar on 24th June looking at how schools can identify and address the education gap caused by the national Coronavirus lockdown.
Bradford dividend...
We value good teaching and great teachers in Bradford. And we invest in them.
Student Loan Reimbursement
All eligible teachers in Bradford are able to apply for a reimbursement of their student loan payments made in the first ten years of their careers, starting from September 2018.
Support for newly qualified teachers
From 2020, all new teachers in Bradford will get special early access to additional benefits to support them in their first two years of teaching.
Chartered College of Teaching Membership
Bradford for Teaching has formed a special partnership with the Chartered College, to support the professional teaching community in our city.
Leadership Scholarships
Scholarship funding is available to support Bradford teachers seeking National Professional Qualifications (NPQS) to develop their career.
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"Bradford is changing and it's amazing to be part of those changes"
Emma, Primary School teacher - Bradford
"The fact that I've been able to make a difference is really valuable"
Maria, Languages teacher - Bradford
"We really do make a difference in this career"
Sean, Deputy Headteacher - Secondary - Bradford
Vacancies...
Headteacher
Westminster CE Primary School
Required for: J January 2021
Vacancy type: Permanent Salary: L23-L29
Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages - Maternity Cover
Beckfoot Oakbank Academy
Required for: J January 2021
Vacancy type: Full time Salary: MPS / UPS
Faculty Leader - Modern Foreign Languages
Beckfoot Oakbank Academy
Required for: J January 2021
Vacancy type: Full time Salary: MPR/UPR + TLR1b
Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages - Maternity Cover
Beckfoot Thornton Academy
Required for: J January 2021
Vacancy type: Full time Salary: MPS / UPS
Headteacher
Keelham Primary School
Required for: J January 2021
Vacancy type: Full time Salary: L12 – L18 (£53,859 - £62,426 pa full time)
Class Teacher UKS2
Low Moor CE Primary School
Required for: J January 2021
Vacancy type: Full time Salary: MPS/UPS
FIXED TERM FULL TIME CLASS TEACHER – MATERNITY COVER
St Clare's Catholic Primary School
Required for: J January 2021
Vacancy type: Temporary Salary: MPS
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Population of Bradford
£10 billion
9th largest economy of any UK city
153 languages spoken
by children at bradford schools
40
public parks in bradford
42% of population
is under 30
24% of the population
is under 16
1/3 of the population of bradford
are from minority ethnic backgrounds
32% growth in last 10 years
of city economy in bradford
fastest growing economy in Yorkshire
Second only to Manchester
Postponed in March, the @BradfordTandA School Awards are back! A live online awards show is set for the 24 Sept at 6.30pm throwing the event open to a much wider audience than it has ever had before. More https://t.co/GnqUZUiehd Live link https://t.co/LFLBgYfmsy #bradfordteaching https://t.co/lHsl1o1OUC
16/09/20
New opportunity for #Bradford schools: Remote teaching and learning: Pedagogy training and support (Funded). Expression of Interest: https://t.co/dvBby1Ps66 @WeExceed @BradfordTeach @BradfordOppArea https://t.co/6rhpGBxLGb
15/09/20
Great news @BradfordTeach! Bradford schools are so vibrant and diverse; our district is a great place to work, thrive and develop. Good to see 2 of our staff team featured below too! #bradfordteaching https://t.co/c0LqYx80Nx
15/09/20
Good luck to our trainees who start their Stage A placements tomorrow. It’s not been a typical centre based training experience but our trainees have been brilliant and are truly committed to making a difference. The future of teaching is bright! https://t.co/n6Exnt0Rho
15/09/20
Get your school year off to a good start by signing up to our funded headteacher Masterclasses and 'Develop your Leadership Narrative' #Bradford's school leaders @BradfordOppArea More details found here: https://t.co/omtYWi8UPW https://t.co/A3gxRP4EZr
11/09/20
New opportunity for #Bradford schools: Remote teaching and learning: Pedagogy training and support (Funded). Expression of Interest: https://t.co/dvBby1Ps66 @WeExceed @BradfordTeach @BradfordOppArea https://t.co/YZ7QjYhM2W
14/09/20
Last year, #Bradford schools received more applications for teaching posts than they had the year before, suggesting more people are being drawn to our city. The finding comes from a two year survey of a sample of Bradford schools #bradfordteaching Read: https://t.co/0JNTQXDOUS https://t.co/jfOmKUZZxG
14/09/20
Published today, the rapid evidence assessment is a useful guide to inform decision making around remote CPD. https://t.co/1bflg1mTNZ
11/09/20
We need a new Board member to help to improve outcomes and opportunities for children and young people across Bradford District. Apply before 18/09 @BradfordTeach @TeachingSchHub https://t.co/G2qZ8r5RFa
09/09/20
New today: The Improving Literacy in Key Stage 1 guidance report has been fully updated to include the latest evidence, @EducEndowFoundn evaluations and teacher exemplifications: https://t.co/3VDoBZiRJN
04/09/20
Excited to welcome our newly qualified colleagues as they begin their careers in our Beckfoot Trust schools. Enjoy-Learn-Succeed. You will do all three! @BeckfootTrust https://t.co/fJ3eIw0IHW
02/09/20
We are looking forward to starting training the next generation of teachers for Bradford this week. https://t.co/cac3bwzqOR
31/08/20