Work With Us
Welcome to Every Child Every Day Academy Trust
Thank you for your interest in joining one of the schools within the Every Child Every Day
Academy Trust (ECED). We are delighted that you are exploring the possibility of becoming part of our community. At ECED, our vision – Increasing life chances; for Every Child, Every
Day – sits at the centre of all we do. It is a commitment to our young people and a promise we can only fulfil by investing in the people who work with us.
We are a Trust built on strong relationships, meaningful collaboration and a belief that colleagues thrive when they are trusted, supported and valued. Our schools serve diverse and vibrant communities. Each brings its own character, strengths and aspirations. What unites us is a belief in the power of human connection, professional trust and purposeful leadership to transform the future for every child, every day.
At ECED, people genuinely come first. We know that when colleagues flourish – when they feel empowered, included and connected – children benefit. This shapes the way we lead, the decisions we make and the culture we cultivate across every school in our Trust.
Our Culture and Values
Our six values guide how we work together: Collaboration, Relationships, Empowerment, Belonging, Facilitating and Ambition. These principles underpin our behaviours and shape your experience of working here. You will see collaboration in the way colleagues share expertise and support one another across schools. You will feel our relational approach in the kindness, openness and respect that define daily interactions. Empowerment is reflected in the trust we place in colleagues to act in the best interests of their communities. Belonging is at the heart of our culture – we want every colleague to feel welcomed for who they are.
Facilitating is expressed through our commitment to wellbeing, workload protection and meaningful support. And ambition drives us to reflect, innovate and continually improve for the benefit of our students and staff.
What Sets Us Apart
ECED offers a distinctive balance of autonomy and support. We uphold a model of earned autonomy, empowering leaders and teachers to shape decisions for their school while ensuring they are never working in isolation. Our leadership is rooted in relationships rather than bureaucracy, and our wellbeing approach is embedded in the way we plan, communicate and prioritise – not added on as an afterthought. Our colleagues describe ECED as a place where they feel trusted, listened to and able to grow.
We are committed to nurturing talent and providing clear progression routes. Whether you are at the start of your career or moving into senior leadership, you will find opportunities to develop through coaching, mentoring, professional learning communities and our leadership pathways. You will be part of thriving Trust-wide networks that connect colleagues across roles and schools, creating a powerful sense of community and shared purpose.
Your Experience at Every Child Every Day
Your journey with us begins the moment you apply. We aim to ensure that every step feels positive, respectful and transparent. Should you join us, you will receive a warm and supportive induction that helps you settle quickly, understand your role and connect with key people within your school and Trust. You will be given time to learn, ask questions and build relationships, knowing you have the support and guidance you need to thrive.
Life at ECED is characterised by collaboration and connection. You will have access to cross-Trust networks that enrich your practice, broaden your experience and give you a strong sense of belonging to something bigger than your immediate team. These include our
Teaching and Learning Board, Wellbeing Leaders Network, Safeguarding Community, ECT
Hub and other professional forums designed to share expertise and support improvement.
We believe that working in education should be purposeful, energising and fulfilling. That is why we work hard to create an environment where colleagues feel safe, supported and proud of the contribution they make. Our Trust is outward-facing and improvement-focused, and we value colleagues who are curious, reflective and ambitious for themselves, their schools and their students.
If you are looking for a Trust where you will be welcomed, encouraged and trusted to make a difference, ECED could be the right place for you. We are excited about the future of our family of schools – and we hope you will consider joining us on that journey.