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Permanent opportunities with Co-op Academies Trust
Sellick Partnership is delighted to be partnering with Co-op Academies Trust to support the recruitment of several key roles across its finance and HR teams. This campaign will appoint a Head of Finance, Rewards and Benefits Manager, HR Manager - Talent Acquisition, Procurement Manager, Purchase to Pay Manager, Capital Accountant and Treasury Manager.
Founded in 2010, Co-op Academies Trust is a group of academies across the North of England and West Midlands, committed to doing things differently. As part of its sponsorship by The Co-operative Group, the Trust is supported by a partnership rooted in shared values, collaboration and a commitment to creating positive outcomes for the communities it serves.
Bringing together primary, secondary, special schools and a post-16 college, the Trust believes that by raising aspirations, delivering high-quality education and providing opportunities beyond the classroom, it can help develop tomorrow’s leaders and make a lasting impact within the communities it serves.
38
Academies
3500
Employees
21000
Students
A welcome message from Dr Chris Tomlinson
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
"We are focused on growing the Trust to ensure that all our schools are strong, reliable, and offer exceptional pupil experiences that positively impact our communities. We are committed to ensuring all our academies are strong, reliable and provide exceptional experiences that help every pupil thrive. We invest in our staff through a strong programme of professional development and clear opportunities for career progression. We are looking for people who are passionate about making a difference and transforming our communities through their work, living our Ways of Being every day. These values Do What Matters Most, Succeed Together, Be Yourself, Always and Show You Care – shape everything we do.
Current opportunities
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Employee benefits
Competitive annual
leave entitlement
Local Government
Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements
Co-op colleague
membership discounts
Discounted Nuffield
gym membership
Cycle to Work scheme
via salary sacrifice
Sophos Premium
antivirus
Access to eye
care vouchers
Find out more about Co-op Academies Trust
The Trust’s Strategic Plan
Co-op Academies Trust’s strategic plan sets out its future direction, with a focus on educational excellence, sustainable growth and lasting opportunities for pupils, colleagues and communities.
Real experiences from across the Trust
Discover what colleagues and partners have shared about working within Co-op Academies Trust, from career development opportunities to the supportive culture that helps people thrive.
Celebrating success across the Trust
Clarice Cliff receives national teaching award recognition
The academy has been recognised in the 2026 Pearson Teaching Awards, celebrating the dedication and positive impact colleagues make.
Students showcase creativity at annual Trust-wide art exhibition
Students from academies across the Trust came together to celebrate artistic talent, with work displayed as part of the annual exhibition event.
Co-op Academies Trust expands with launch of new Cumbria Hub
The Trust has welcomed schools from South Cumbria, creating a new regional hub expanding opportunities for all.
Co-op Academies Trust shortlisted for two national awards
The Trust has been recognised nationally, celebrating its work to support pupils, colleagues and communities across its academies.
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