Recruitment & vacancies
Welcome to the Venn Academy Trust recruitment page.
We are delighted by your interest in joining our dedicated team, driven by a shared commitment to delivering educational excellence across our diverse family of schools in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Here, you’ll find a range of rewarding opportunities designed to support your professional growth while making a real difference in the lives of our pupils and pupils.
Explore our vacancies and discover how you can help create inspiring and supportive learning environments with Venn Academy Trust.
Apply for a job with us
Join our dedicated team at Venn Academy Trust, where we are committed to transforming lives through education and empowering staff to achieve their full potential.
Join our mission
At Venn Academy Trust, we are always keen to connect with individuals who share our ethos and have the skills to contribute to our mission, even if no current vacancies match your profile.
We are committed to fairness and equality in employment and encourage applications from all sections of the community. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils is a priority for our Trust, and we expect all staff to uphold this commitment.
All successful applicants are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. As part of our recruitment due diligence, online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Together we will
If you’re passionate about transforming lives through education and share our vision of Together We Will… we invite you to get in touch and explore joining our team.
Browse our current job vacancies to discover the exciting career opportunities within the Venn family. Whether you’re an experienced professional or starting out, we’ll support you in taking the next step in your career.
At Venn Academy Trust, we offer more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a collaborative community. Read on to learn about the many benefits of working with us.
Your next step
Your next step could start here at Venn Academy Trust. Whether you’re an experienced professional looking for a new challenge or just beginning your career in education, we’re here to help you take that next step.
Explore our current vacancies and find an opportunity that aligns with your skills, aspirations, and values.
Join a team where you’ll be supported to grow, develop, and make a lasting impact.
Together, we can achieve great things—start your journey with Venn today.
Why Venn?
At Venn, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We know that transforming young lives through education wouldn’t be possible without our incredible staff team. Our people are passionate about making a difference and work together to create world-class learning experiences for every pupil.
Each year, we carry out a staff survey to gather feedback, listen to our team, and ensure their voices are heard. The survey highlights many positives, along with areas we can continue to improve. Take a look at the results below to see their attitudes for yourself.
CPD
At Venn Academy Trust, we prioritise the growth and development of our staff through a wide range of CPD opportunities.
From career pathways to our regularly updated Professional Development and Retention document, we ensure CPD extends beyond external courses to support the unique aspirations of every team member.
Our goal is to help you reach your full potential.
Hear My Voice
Our Hear My Voice coaching programme empowers staff to make informed decisions both in their professional and personal lives.
Based on self-awareness and core values, this coaching fosters a culture of support and growth, with managers using its principles to help staff excel in their roles and beyond.
Wellbeing
We understand the importance of staff wellbeing and are here to support you during life’s challenges.
Our employee assistance programme offers counselling, 24/7 support lines, and peer-to-peer guidance, fostering a collaborative and compassionate work environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
Pension scheme
Planning for the future is vital, which is why we automatically enrol staff into the Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
With our contributions, these schemes offer a secure and guaranteed income in retirement, providing peace of mind for the years ahead.
Holidays
Venn offers generous holiday entitlements, starting at 34-38 days annually (including bank holidays) for year-round staff, increasing after five years.
Term-time staff have holiday pay included in their salary, ensuring everyone receives the time off they deserve.
Occupational Sick Pay
When illness strikes, we provide generous occupational sick pay, aligned with the School Teachers Pay and Conditions and the Green Book.
This allows you to focus on recovery without financial concerns, knowing you are fully supported.
Discounts
We help stretch your money further through discounts on cinemas, gyms, and family days out.
With rising costs, we aim to ease the financial burden and make life more enjoyable for all our staff.
Cycle Scheme
Our Cycle Scheme encourages a healthier, greener commute while saving on Tax and National Insurance through salary sacrifice.
Tech Scheme
The Tech Scheme makes accessing the latest gadgets affordable with easy payments directly from your salary—no loans or credit checks required.
“The school’s values of ‘confidence, resilience and perseverance’ shine through the curriculum and the positive attitudes of staff and pupils.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils. Staff share a determination to help children succeed.”
“Parents value the commitment of staff in helping their children to succeed.”
“The school provides a highly nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and supported.”
“Pupils are happy and enjoy their learning.”
“Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary, and they show a strong sense of belonging to the school community.”
“There is a strong team culture within the school. Teachers who are new to the school welcome the support they receive.”
“Leaders ensure that the curriculum is tailored to meet the needs of all pupils, enabling them to succeed academically and personally.”
“Teachers help every pupil do their best. The staff know pupils’ needs extremely well and tailor learning to enable all pupils to thrive.”
“Leaders are determined to provide pupils with the best possible start to their education, ensuring that all pupils achieve well.”
“The school provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils with a range of additional needs.”
“They are committed to including all pupils in the school and work hard to ensure that they achieve well.”
“Teachers have high expectations, which encourages pupils to strive for their best.”
“Leaders consider teachers’ workload. This helps teachers to focus on planning interesting lessons.”
“Pupils love learning at this school. Each morning, friendly staff greet children at the door with big smiles. This creates a welcoming and positive environment for all pupils.”
“The school provides high-quality nurture and skilled support, ensuring pupils flourish both academically and personally.”
“Parents appreciate the school’s efforts to engage with families and build strong community links.”
“Pupils are eager to learn and enjoy a curriculum that is both engaging and broad, supporting their academic and personal growth.”
“Pupils thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment.”
“Strong leadership ensures that all pupils make excellent progress in their learning and personal development.”
“Highly effective and passionate leaders, from in school and the trust, work well together to ensure that pupils in this school make very strong progress from their varied starting points.”
“Relationships between staff and pupils are extremely caring and positive. Pupils feel safe and supported, preparing them well for life beyond school.”
“Staff are skilled at helping pupils to re-engage with their learning and make good progress.”
“Staff work effectively together to create a caring and inclusive environment where all pupils are valued.”
“There is a strong sense of teamwork among staff, which contributes to the school’s positive ethos.”
“The school expects great things from all pupils. They successfully meet these goals and make superb progress in their understanding of different subjects.”
“Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the school and the difference it has made to their children.”
“The curriculum is designed to ensure that all children make progress in their learning.”
“Parents and carers appreciate the school’s focus on building strong relationships and engaging with the wider community.”
“Pupils are enthusiastic learners and enjoy the varied and engaging curriculum on offer.”
“The school’s inclusive ethos ensures that every child feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.”
“The school is a vibrant and welcoming place where pupils feel safe and supported.”
“Leaders are ambitious for every pupil and provide a curriculum that meets their diverse needs.”