Teacher of Food Technology

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3JU

3 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter or September 2026

• Closing date

  11 February 2026 at 7am

• Date listed

  29 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Design and technology
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS

Teacher of Food Technology job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Teacher of Food Technology to join our successful Technology department.

We are looking for an excellent practitioner to work collaboratively with the Head of Technology to deliver outstanding lessons, raise academic achievement and ensure all pupils make outstanding progress. It would be desirable if the Food Technology teacher can teach across the full age and ability range across all the Design & Technology subjects.

The successful applicant will be:

• Able to deliver high-quality teaching that secures strong progress for all pupils
• Skilled at planning and delivering a coherent, ambitious and well‑sequenced curriculum
• Committed to inclusive practice
• Able to apply effective intervention strategies
• Proactive in promoting excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning
• Committed to high-quality professional dialogue and collaboration
• Able to evaluate their own impact on learning and adapt practice accordingly
• A positive influence on departmental outcomes

Desirable qualities:

• An outstanding practitioner
• Inspirational, dedicated and motivated, modelling professional behaviours reflective of high expectations for pupils and colleagues.
• Passionate about Technology and committed to delivering a broad, ambitious and high‑quality subject curriculum
• Committed to securing the best outcomes for every pupil
• Aligned with Airedale Academy’s vision and values
• Able to inspire both pupils and staff
• An active contributor to wider academy life

This post would be suitable for an outstanding ECT who is looking for an excellent starting ground within a highly supportive environment or an established teacher seeking to further develop their career within an existing highly successful team.

As part of our team at Castleford Trust, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses and physiotherapists.

Airedale Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For all positions at Airedale Academy, you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.

For further information on the Academy, the role and how to apply please visit our website at www.castlefordacademytrust.com

All completed application forms should be submitted through the My New Term Portal which can be found on the above website.

The deadline for applications is 8.00am on Wednesday 11 February 2026. Interviews will be held shortly afterwards.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Airedale Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1063 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Airedale Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/airedale-academy

Welcome to Airedale Academy, where ambition meets opportunity and every learner is empowered to thrive. Our vision is working together to achieve excellence for all. It is the heartbeat of our school, shaping everything from classroom learning to corridor conversations.

At the core of our culture are the values Care, Aspire, Succeed. These guide every decision we make and every relationship we build, helping our pupils grow not only as successful students but as confident, resilient, and thoughtful individuals ready to shape their futures.

We are more than a school, we are a community. A place where achievements are celebrated, memories are made, and doors to new possibilities are opened. Every member of Team Airedale plays a vital role in creating a safe, inspiring, and inclusive environment where all pupils can flourish.

Whether you're a prospective parent, a future student, or a visitor exploring what makes us unique - we invite you to discover the vibrant, caring, and ambitious spirit of Airedale Academy.

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