The Bradford-born forward has penned a two-and-half-year deal after finding himself out of John Eustace’s plans at Pride Park.
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Kayden Jackson has left Derby County after a season and a half. (Image: PA)
Jackson joined the Rams from Town in the summer of 2024, where he has made 70 appearances and scored four goals for Derby.
He now links up with Graham Alexander’s side, who sit fifth in the third tier and have former Town loanee Matthew Pennington in their ranks at Valley Parade.
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On signing for his hometown club, Jackson said: “I am delighted for various reasons; it feels like it has been a long time coming.
“To never have had the opportunity to play here, to have played so many games and not come home as such, it is a nice feeling and is emotional.
“I have been away from home for a long time. For my family to be able to come and see me week in week out now, on their doorstep, it is a special feeling.
“I have had some unbelievable times over the years at different clubs, but to be out there and doing what I do best in front of a lot of friends and family, there will be no better feeling.
“Straight away, I am at ease and I am comfortable with my surroundings. I know what Bradford has got to offer, hopefully I can show Bradford what I have got to offer.”
Kayden Jackson celebrates winning promotion to the Premier League. (Image: PA)
The now 31-year-old frontman joined the Blues from Accrington Stanley for £1.6 million under Paul Hurst in the summer of 2018.
Jackson had a rollercoaster journey during his time at Portman Road, but was part of the squad that won back-to-back promotions to the Premier League.
Overall, he scored 28 goals in 199 games for the club.