Lead Practitioner Maths

Airedale Academy is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with a sixth form in West Yorkshire, serving students from the ages of 11 to 18. The secondary school, situated in Airedale and has 1100 students on record. Airedale Academy is part of 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, motivated and able Lead Practitioner to join the Trust. The role will be based at Airedale Academy.

You will be:

• Able to inspire pupils of all abilities within Maths to achieve their highest potential across Key Stage 3/4.
• Able to lead a team of high achieving specialists.
• Committed to delivering consistently outstanding teaching and 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 be accountable for pupil attainment and achievement, by tracking pupil progress and supporting individual pupils’ learning needs.

You will be:

•  An outstanding practitioner.
• Inspirational, dedicated and motivated.
• A dedication to being the best you can be.
• A passion for Maths and the education of young people.
• Committed to Airedale 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.
• Committed to inspiring pupils and staff in the development of teaching initiatives and strategies, promoting Maths as a subject.
• 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.

Airedale Academy 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 Academy, you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.

Application forms can be downloaded from our

website – www.castlefordacademytrust.com

Completed applications should be addressed to Andy Percival, Headteacher via email to hraat@castlefordtrust.co.uk

Providing suitable interest, the closing date for applications is midday on Wednesday 23rd April 2025, however depending on the level of applicants, the role may close sooner, and interviews may be conducted during the application window.

For further information on the Trust, the role and how to apply please visit www.castlefordacademytrust.com or email Nikky York, Head of Human Resources (Airedale Hub) nyork@castlefordtrust.co.uk