Airedale Junior School
Wakefield
£32,916 - £51,048 per year
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
9 October 2025
Job overview
Airedale Junior Academy is a large, four form entry, junior school teaching children from Year 3 to Year 6 and is set in the heart of Airedale Castleford. We are proud of our school community and value the contribution that we make to the local area. We are part of the Castleford Trust.
Castleford Trust is a dynamic and inclusive Multi Academy Trust, consisting of nine schools across all phases: three secondary academies, two primary academies, two junior academies and two infant academies. All of the academies are located within the geographical area of Wakefield, forming a medium-sized trust with a strong community feel.
At Castleford Trust, our vision is "Working together to achieve excellence for all." We are deeply committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential and that no child is left behind. Our Trust is an exceptional place to work, offering a supportive and dedicated team of staff who share a common goal of making a difference to the life chances of pupils. We take great pride in developing and nurturing talent by providing extensive opportunities for staff training and professional development.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, and motivated individual to join our team at Airedale Junior Academy.
There will be opportunity within this role to work across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and as part of our math's team.
You will:
* You will need a passion for teaching, ambition, and compassion.
* Have a keen interest in maths.
* Have the talent to deliver a range of engaging and creative lessons that brings out the absolute best in every pupil and which makes learning enjoyable and fun.
* To foster a learning environment and educational experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential.
* To provide high quality teaching to pupils in the school, being responsible for their education and welfare.
* To carry out other such associated duties as are reasonably assigned by the Headteacher
* Promote the achievement of high standards through effective teaching and learning, preparation, evaluation and action planning. which set out the professional duties and responsibilities in line with STPC and Teacher's Standards
* Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.
You will be:
* A strong practitioner.
* Inspirational, dedicated and motivated.
* Dedicated to being the best you can be.
* A passion for the education of young people, particularly those with a low ability and vulnerable pupils.
* Committed to Airedale Junior Academy values.
* Committed to achieving the best for every pupil.
* Supportive of the Academy's ethos and values at all times both within the Academy and the wider community.
* Able to provide an active contribution to the wider part of Academy life.
As part of our team at Castleford Trust, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses, and physiotherapists.
Castleford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For all positions at Airedale Junior Academy, you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.
Application forms can be downloaded from our website.
Completed applications should be addressed to HR at Crewe Road, Airedale, Castleford, WF10 3JU, or via email to
Providing suitable interest, the closing date for applications is Thursday 9th October 2025 at 8am, with interviews taking place
week commencing 13th October.
For further information on the school, the role and how to apply please visit or telephone
Kirsten McKechnie, Primary Executive Headteacher on or email
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About Airedale Junior School
Airedale Junior School
Fryston Road, Airedale, Castleford
West Yorkshire
WF10 3EP
United Kingdom
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