Dixons Cottingley Academy

Dixons Cottingley Academy is a secondary academy for pupils aged 11 to 16, located in Bingley, West Yorkshire. Serving approximately 861 pupils, the academy is part of Dixons Academies Trust and is guided by a strong moral purpose. Its ethos centres on challenging educational and social disadvantage, creating a joyful and rigorous learning environment, valuing diversity, developing character and helping every pupil build the knowledge and cultural capital needed to thrive.

The academy benefits from membership of a wider family of schools serving communities across Bradford, Leeds, Liverpool and Greater Manchester. This collaborative trust structure supports shared expertise, consistent standards and a sustained focus on high performance. Dixons Cottingley Academy seeks to provide a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment in which pupils can maximise their attainment, while its staff contribute to an ambitious culture of continuous improvement and collective responsibility.

Working at Dixons Cottingley Academy means joining an inclusive, values-driven team committed to improving outcomes for young people. Staff can access regular coaching and professional development, alongside practical benefits such as free on-site parking, private health and lifestyle benefits, and salary-sacrifice schemes. The trust also promotes fair recruitment and offers reasonable adjustments where required, helping colleagues feel supported while making a meaningful contribution to the academy community.