An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated, and able KS3 Leader of Science to assist in leading our successful Science department.

 You will be:.

• Able to inspire pupils of all abilities within science to achieve their highest potential across Key Stage 3.
• Able to lead a team of high achieving specialists.
• Able to confidently manage behaviour throughout Key Stage 3 within the department.
• Committed to delivering consistently high-quality teaching have the ability to share your practice with others in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the department by implementing new initiatives, monitoring and reporting on key outcomes, to ensure the department meets academic targets.
• Responsible and accountable for pupil attainment and achievement, by tracking pupil progress and supporting individual pupils' learning needs, liaising with SLT to report on data and implement intervention strategies.
• Able to work alongside the Head of Science to develop/maintain  outstanding practice.

 Desirable qualities:

• An outstanding practitioner
• Inspirational, dedicated and motivated, modelling professional behaviours reflective of high expectations for pupils and colleagues.
• Passionate about Science 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.

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

Closing date for Applications: Providing suitable interest, the closing date for applications is 8.00 am on Wednesday 15 April 2026 with interviews taking place shortly after. 

References: References will be taken up shortly after shortlisting and prior to interview using the contact details you supply on your application. 

Equal Opportunities: Castleford Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.  Castleford Trust welcomes applications from anyone who meets the criteria for the role.  

Safeguarding and DBS Clearance: Castleford Trust are committed to promoting safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Therefore, all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and an enhanced DBS check. 

 All completed application forms should be submitted through the My New Term Portal https://mynewterm.com/candidate-registration