Deputy Head of Engineering – 16 to 18
Ref: 157372
Salary: £47,564 to £50,455 plus a possible 10% recruitment incentive
Location: Castleford College
Hours: 37 hours per week
We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of Curriculum to help lead our fantastic engineering department!
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the learning experience of future engineers, inspiring all learners by ensuring they receive the best quality of teaching and learning.
You will:
1. Be responsible for assisting the Head of Curriculum in overseeing the planning, delivery, quality and compliance of curriculum and assessment across the Group.
2. Provide leadership for the development and delivery of engaging and industry relevant materials and resources
3. Celebrate student success and facilitate the sharing of good practice
4. Support the implementation of local and corporate strategies to develop high quality teaching, learning and assessment
For more details and information, please see the job description and person specification attached.
About you:
5. You will have a relevant level 4 or professional qualification of an equivalent level
6. You will have a PGCE or other equivalent full teaching qualification
7. You will hold GCSEs in Maths and English A*-C/9-4 or equivalent
8. You should hold a management qualification, or be willing to undertake
9. You will have a successful track record of teaching and improving the learner experience
If this sounds like you, apply today to join the team, and make a real difference to our learners.
See what we have to offer and come join us. You won’t be disappointed.
Benefits include:
- Generous Annual Leave (37 days + bank holidays + 5 College closure days)
- Personal and Professional Development opportunities
- Generous Contributory Pension Scheme
- Discounted Metro Card Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to employee assistance programme
- Reduced price personal gym membership
- Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarkets and restaurants)
- Annual Staff Recognition Awards
Find out more here.
Closing date: 29th June 2026
Interview date: 8th July 2026
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to pre-employment vetting in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, this includes an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. Sight of evidence of all essential qualifications as outlined in the Person Specification must also be provided.
All posts within the Group are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This means that applicants are not entitled to withhold information about any convictions that are not "Protected" which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the act.
We are proud to be awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver accreditation by the National Centre for Diversity, for our successful implementation of FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement). We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.