Castleford Trust, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Castleford Trust

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Castleford Trust

About Castleford Trust

At Castleford Trust, we believe that the key to our success lies in our people. As a cross-phase Multi Academy Trust of nine schools, three secondary and six primary, we are proud to serve our communities within Wakefield through collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Our mission is simple: working together to achieve excellence for all. Every academy within our Trust has a strong moral purpose, striving to make a positive impact on pupils and families by overcoming barriers and delivering an ambitious, engaging curriculum. We ensure no learner is left behind and provide rich experiences that nurture talent in sport, music, drama, art, and technology.

We are deeply committed to our values of Care, Aspire, Succeed and these apply to our staff as much as our pupils. When you join Castleford Trust, you become part of a team that values collaboration, professional growth, and innovation. We invest in our people through exceptional training and development opportunities, ensuring you have the tools and support to thrive. Our staff turnover is low because we create an environment where talent is nurtured, achievements are celebrated, and everyone feels part of a strong, forward-thinking family of schools.

If you’re passionate about education and want to make a real difference, Castleford Trust is the place for you. Together, we can raise standards, improve life chances, and deliver outstanding provision for every child.

What We Offer

A High-Achieving, Successful Trust

Be part of a Trust with a strong reputation for excellence, where high standards and ambition drive everything we do. Your work will make a real impact on pupils’ lives and future opportunities.

A Collaborative and Inclusive Team

Join a supportive, forward-thinking team that values your ideas and contributions. We believe in working together, sharing best practices, and celebrating success as a community.

Professional Development Opportunities

Your growth matters to us. We provide access to high-quality training, mentoring, and career progression pathways to help you develop your skills and achieve your professional goals.

State-of-the-Art Facilities and Resources

Work in an environment equipped with modern technology and exceptional facilities that enable innovative, engaging learning experiences for pupils.

A Culture That Prioritises Well-Being and Respect

We care about our staff as much as our pupils. Our ethos promotes resilience, work-life balance, and a positive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported.

Castleford Trust Vacancies

Senior Administrator

Airedale Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Airedale Infant Academy is looking for an experienced Administrator to come and join our team. If you are committed, flexible and a self starter this is the role for you. The role will be working 32.5...: Permanent | Part-Time; £19,392.00 - £21,238.00 Annually (Actual)
FTE £26,403 - £28,142

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Friday 9th Jan, 2026 • Job start: ASAP

School Finance Manager

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Crofton Academy are seeking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. You’ll act as the primary finance contact ensuring transactional processes are accurate, compliant, and efficient.: Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time; £35,412.00 - £38,220.00 Annually (FTE)
37 hours per week - Term Time Only + 10 Days. Grade 8: Actual salary from £31,647

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Wednesday 7th Jan, 2026 • Job start: 23/02/2026

Headteacher

Glasshoughton Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Glasshoughton Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Ambitious? Enthusiastic? Forward Thinking? We are on the search for an exceptional individual who wants to lead an Infant Academy on the next stage of it's improvement journey. Click Apply Now for fur...: Permanent | Full-Time; £66,368.00 - £76,772.00 Annually (FTE)
L11 - L17 Leadership Pay Spine, Permanent, Full Time

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midnight, Monday 5th Jan, 2026 • Job start: 13th April 2026 (Summer Term)

Attendance Improvement Officer

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Crofton Academy are seeking to recruit a tenacious Attendance Improvement Officer to join the Academy Attendance Team. We require a confident person who can ensure liaison between home and the Academy...: Permanent | Full-Time; £27,915.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC Grade 7 SCP 19-23

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Monday 15th Dec, 2025 • Job start: ASAP • Driving licence required

Learning Support Assistant – SEND

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our SEND team to ensure all pupils have access to learning and make outstanding progress.: Permanent | Part-Time; £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
Term time only 30 Hours per Week Grade 4 (SCP5-6) Actual salary: £17,344 – £18,024 (£25,583 – £25,989 FTE)

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midnight, Wednesday 31st Dec, 2025

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our SEN team to ensure all pupils have access to learning and make outstanding progress. Part time may be consider...: Permanent | Full-Time; £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade 4 (SCP 5-6), 28 hours 20 minutes per week, Actual salary £16380-£16640

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midnight, Wednesday 31st Dec, 2025

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Part of Castleford Trust

Airedale Academy

Secondary, Mixed (11 - 18 years) Crewe Road, Airedale, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3JU

1 vacancy

Learning Support Assistant – SEND (Closing: Midnight, Wednesday 31st Dec, 2025)

Airedale Infant Academy

Primary, Mixed (3 - 7 years) Poplar Avenue, Airedale, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3QJ

1 vacancy

Senior Administrator (Closing: 08:00am, Friday 9th Jan, 2026)

Airedale Junior Academy

Primary, Mixed (7 - 11 years) Fryston Road, Airedale, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3EP

Castleford Academy

Secondary, Mixed (11 - 16 years) Ferrybridge Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 4JQ

1 vacancy

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) (Closing: Midnight, Wednesday 31st Dec, 2025)

Headteacher (Closing: Midnight, Monday 5th Jan, 2026)

Oyster Park Primary Academy

Primary, Mixed (3 - 11 years) Watling Road, Ferry Fryston, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 3SN

recruitment@castlefordacademytrust.com https://www.castlefordacademytrust.com/

Castleford Trust Vacancies

Senior Administrator

Airedale Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Airedale Infant Academy is looking for an experienced Administrator to come and join our team. If you are committed, flexible and a self starter this is the role for you. The role will be working 32.5...: Permanent | Part-Time; £19,392.00 - £21,238.00 Annually (Actual)
FTE £26,403 - £28,142

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Friday 9th Jan, 2026 • Job start: ASAP

School Finance Manager

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Crofton Academy are seeking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. You’ll act as the primary finance contact ensuring transactional processes are accurate, compliant, and efficient.: Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time; £35,412.00 - £38,220.00 Annually (FTE)
37 hours per week - Term Time Only + 10 Days. Grade 8: Actual salary from £31,647

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Wednesday 7th Jan, 2026 • Job start: 23/02/2026

Headteacher

Glasshoughton Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Glasshoughton Infant Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Ambitious? Enthusiastic? Forward Thinking? We are on the search for an exceptional individual who wants to lead an Infant Academy on the next stage of it's improvement journey. Click Apply Now for fur...: Permanent | Full-Time; £66,368.00 - £76,772.00 Annually (FTE)
L11 - L17 Leadership Pay Spine, Permanent, Full Time

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midnight, Monday 5th Jan, 2026 • Job start: 13th April 2026 (Summer Term)

Attendance Improvement Officer

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire Crofton Academy are seeking to recruit a tenacious Attendance Improvement Officer to join the Academy Attendance Team. We require a confident person who can ensure liaison between home and the Academy...: Permanent | Full-Time; £27,915.00 Annually (Actual)
NJC Grade 7 SCP 19-23

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Monday 15th Dec, 2025 • Job start: ASAP • Driving licence required

Learning Support Assistant – SEND

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our SEND team to ensure all pupils have access to learning and make outstanding progress.: Permanent | Part-Time; £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
Term time only 30 Hours per Week Grade 4 (SCP5-6) Actual salary: £17,344 – £18,024 (£25,583 – £25,989 FTE)

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midnight, Wednesday 31st Dec, 2025

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our SEN team to ensure all pupils have access to learning and make outstanding progress. Part time may be consider...: Permanent | Full-Time; £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
Grade 4 (SCP 5-6), 28 hours 20 minutes per week, Actual salary £16380-£16640