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

Teaching Assistant

Oyster Park Primary Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Oyster Park Primary Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Are you passionate about the magic of the first few years of learning? Do you believe that every child, regardless of their starting point, deserves an advocate who sees their potential?: Temporary | Part-Time; £17,344.00 - £18,024.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 4 SCP 5-6

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Monday 23rd Feb, 2026

Examination Invigilator

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire We have a fantastic opportunity for Examination Invigilators to work on an ad hoc basis during examination periods.: Casual Contract | Not Applicable; £12.85 + 12.07% holiday pay per hour

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midday, Sunday 22nd Feb, 2026

Teacher of Science

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Teacher of Science to join our Science department based at Airedale Academy.: Permanent | Full-Time; £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Wednesday 11th Feb, 2026 • Job start: September 2026 • Suitable for ECTs

Deputy Headteacher - Inclusion

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Are you an ambitious, compassionate, and strategic leader with a relentless commitment to inclusion and excellence for every pupil?: Permanent | Full-Time; £78,702.00 - £86,803.00 Annually (FTE)
Full-Time, L18-L22

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Monday 23rd Feb, 2026 • Job start: Summer Term 2026, or negotiable depending on successful candidate.

Teacher of Food Technology

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Teacher of Food Technology to join our successful Technology department.: Permanent | Full-Time; £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Wednesday 11th Feb, 2026 • Job start: Easter or September 2026

Teacher of Technology (Product Design)

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire We are looking for an excellent practitioner who is able to deliver quality lessons across various technology specialisms. and work with the wider department in raising academic achievements in Techno...: Permanent | Full-Time; £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
Recruitment & retention allowance possible for excellent candidate with expertise in both Engineering and Product Design

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Monday 23rd Feb, 2026 • Job start: 01/09/2026 • Suitable for ECTs

Learning Support Assistant

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire The opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our SEND team, who provide vital learning support to pupils in Years 7-11 with special educational needs. Part-time hou...: Temporary/Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time; £15,320.00 Annually (Actual)
26.5 hours Per Week (5 days) – Term Time Only (9:05 – 15:05 Monday – Friday)

New SHARE

New • Apply by 9:00am, Monday 9th Feb, 2026 • Job start: 02/03/2026

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 Midday, Monday 9th Feb, 2026 • Job start: 13th April 2026 (Summer Term) or September 2026 (Autumn Term)

Lunchtime Supervisor

Castleford Park Junior Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Castleford Park Junior Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire We have an exciting opportunity for a lunchtime supervisor to join our existing team to ensure a safe and secure school environment during the lunch period.: Fixed Term | Part-Time; £24,413.00 Annually (FTE)
Term Time only Fixed term until 17th July 2026 6.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12:00 – 13:15 Grade 2 £24,413 (FTE) Actual Salary £3,527.27

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midnight, Sunday 22nd Feb, 2026

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Part of Castleford Trust

Airedale Academy

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

3 vacancies

Airedale Infant Academy

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

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

Examination Invigilator (Closing: Midday, Sunday 22nd Feb, 2026)

Castleford Park Junior Academy

Primary, Mixed (7 - 11 years) Medley Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 4BB

1 vacancy

Lunchtime Supervisor (Closing: Midnight, Sunday 22nd Feb, 2026)

Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy

Primary, Mixed (3 - 11 years) Methley Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1PN

Crofton Academy

Secondary, Mixed (11 - 16 years) High Street, Crofton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1NF

2 vacancies

Glasshoughton Infant Academy

Primary, Mixed (3 - 7 years) Newfield Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 4BH

1 vacancy

Headteacher (Closing: Midday, Monday 9th Feb, 2026)

Oyster Park Primary Academy

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

1 vacancy

Teaching Assistant (Closing: 08:00am, Monday 23rd Feb, 2026)

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Castleford Trust Vacancies

Teaching Assistant

Oyster Park Primary Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Oyster Park Primary Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Are you passionate about the magic of the first few years of learning? Do you believe that every child, regardless of their starting point, deserves an advocate who sees their potential?: Temporary | Part-Time; £17,344.00 - £18,024.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 4 SCP 5-6

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Monday 23rd Feb, 2026

Examination Invigilator

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Castleford Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire We have a fantastic opportunity for Examination Invigilators to work on an ad hoc basis during examination periods.: Casual Contract | Not Applicable; £12.85 + 12.07% holiday pay per hour

New SHARE

New • Apply by Midday, Sunday 22nd Feb, 2026

Teacher of Science

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Teacher of Science to join our Science department based at Airedale Academy.: Permanent | Full-Time; £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Wednesday 11th Feb, 2026 • Job start: September 2026 • Suitable for ECTs

Deputy Headteacher - Inclusion

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire Are you an ambitious, compassionate, and strategic leader with a relentless commitment to inclusion and excellence for every pupil?: Permanent | Full-Time; £78,702.00 - £86,803.00 Annually (FTE)
Full-Time, L18-L22

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Monday 23rd Feb, 2026 • Job start: Summer Term 2026, or negotiable depending on successful candidate.

Teacher of Food Technology

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Airedale Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated and able Teacher of Food Technology to join our successful Technology department.: Permanent | Full-Time; £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS

New SHARE

New • Apply by 8:00am, Wednesday 11th Feb, 2026 • Job start: Easter or September 2026

Teacher of Technology (Product Design)

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire We are looking for an excellent practitioner who is able to deliver quality lessons across various technology specialisms. and work with the wider department in raising academic achievements in Techno...: Permanent | Full-Time; £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
Recruitment & retention allowance possible for excellent candidate with expertise in both Engineering and Product Design

New SHARE

New • Apply by 10:00am, Monday 23rd Feb, 2026 • Job start: 01/09/2026 • Suitable for ECTs

Learning Support Assistant

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Crofton Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire The opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our SEND team, who provide vital learning support to pupils in Years 7-11 with special educational needs. Part-time hou...: Temporary/Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time; £15,320.00 Annually (Actual)
26.5 hours Per Week (5 days) – Term Time Only (9:05 – 15:05 Monday – Friday)

New SHARE

New • Apply by 9:00am, Monday 9th Feb, 2026 • Job start: 02/03/2026

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 Midday, Monday 9th Feb, 2026 • Job start: 13th April 2026 (Summer Term) or September 2026 (Autumn Term)

Lunchtime Supervisor

Castleford Park Junior Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire

Castleford Park Junior Academy, Castleford, West Yorkshire We have an exciting opportunity for a lunchtime supervisor to join our existing team to ensure a safe and secure school environment during the lunch period.: Fixed Term | Part-Time; £24,413.00 Annually (FTE)
Term Time only Fixed term until 17th July 2026 6.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12:00 – 13:15 Grade 2 £24,413 (FTE) Actual Salary £3,527.27