Teacher - Travel and Aviation
Luminate Education Group, Leeds City College, Printworks Campus, Hunslet Road, Leeds, LS10 1JY11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
15 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
4 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Hotel, catering and travel
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- Commencing at £31,916 with progression to £35,912 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
About the Role
Leeds City College are seeking a Teacher of Travel and Aviation to join us at our Printworks campus!
Due to the continued growth of our learner numbers, and the expansion of the department, we are seeking a passionate travel and aviation professional to join our team. As our school continues to grow, we are looking for a full-time team member who can inspire and support the next generation of travel and aviation professionals.
We welcome applications from both qualified and non-qualified teachers. Full training and support will be provided as part of the role.
The School of Travel, Food and Drink is a leading provider of education and training for young people looking to build successful careers in the travel, tourism, and aviation industries. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, industry-relevant teaching that equips learners with the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to thrive in this fast-paced and exciting sector.
Interviews will be taking on W/C 23rd November 2026.
What You Will Do
- Deliver engaging lessons across Level 1 to Level 3 travel and tourism courses.
- Share your real-world industry experience to bring learning to life.
- Support learners to develop practical skills and confidence for careers in travel, tourism, and aviation.
- Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Inspire and motivate young people to explore opportunities in the travel and tourism sector.
- Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring content reflects current industry standards.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and industry partners to enhance the learning experience.
About You
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable individual to join our team and help inspire the next generation of travel and aviation professionals. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong industry experience and is motivated to share their expertise with learners.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have:
- Previous industry experience in travel and/or aviation.
- Experience working within a travel agency, tour operator, or in roles such as overseas representative, tour guide, cabin crew, cruise operations, tour operator sales representative, or airport operations (including both terminal and ground operations).
- Experience within the hospitality sector would also be welcomed.
- A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing young people.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
What the college offers its staff
The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:
Annual leave:
- Curriculum and Management:44 days plus bank holidays
- Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- People’s Pension Scheme
CPD opportunities:
- Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
- Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
Employee wellbeing initiatives:
- Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
Travel and commuting:
- Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for a job with us if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
Applying for the job
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View advert on college website (opens in new tab)About Luminate Education Group
- Organisation type
- FE College, ages 14 to 99
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- No information available
- Age range
- 14 to 99
- Ofsted report
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- Email address
- careers@luminate.ac.uk
Luminate Education Group is a collective of education providers based in Yorkshire with one clear purpose: to make a positive difference to people's lives through genuinely transformative education and training.
We are a group of seven organisations, based in the Leeds City Region: Harrogate College, Keighley College, Leeds City College, Leeds Conservatoire, Leeds Sixth Form College, Pudsey Sixth Form College and University Centre Leeds.
Together, we are inspiring a whole generation of people and new leaders who will go on to make their own impact on the region and beyond.
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