Teacher - Travel and Aviation

About The Role

Leeds City College are seeking a Teacher of Travel and Aviation to join us at our Printworks campus! Due to internal progression, the continued growth of our learner numbers, and the expansion of the department, we are seeking a passionate travel and aviation professional to join our team. As our school continues to grow, we are looking for a full‑time team member who can inspire and support the next generation of travel and aviation professionals.

We welcome applications from both qualified and non‑qualified teachers. Full training and support will be provided as part of the role.

Interviews will be taking on W/C 17th August 2026.

• Deliver engaging lessons across Level 1 to Level 3 travel and tourism courses.
• Share your real‑world industry experience to bring learning to life.
• Support learners to develop practical skills and confidence for careers in travel, tourism and aviation.
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Inspire and motivate young people to explore opportunities in the travel and tourism sector.
• Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring content reflects current industry standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and industry partners to enhance the learning experience.

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable individual to join our team and help inspire the next generation of travel and aviation professionals. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong industry experience and is motivated to share their expertise with learners.

• Previous industry experience in travel and/or aviation.
• Experience working within a travel agency, tour operator, or in roles such as overseas representative, tour guide, cabin crew, cruise operations, tour operator sales representative or airport operations (including both terminal and ground operations).
• Experience with in the hospitality sector would also be welcomed.
• A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring and developing young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Annual leave: 44 days plus bank holidays for curriculum and management; 39 days plus bank holidays for curriculum‑support and business‑support staff.
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme).
• CPD opportunities: annual staff conference plus two additional staff development days; qualifications including PGCE, apprenticeships, leadership and management courses.
• Employee well‑being initiatives: family‑friendly policies, discounted onsite spa and gym.
• Travel and commuting: discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (see recruiting manager for role‑specific options).

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and the biggest provider of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education that is supportive, inspiring and life‑changing. Our values put students first and are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff, giving you access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow.

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, online checks and two satisfactory references. It is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We foster a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, treating every candidate with fairness, respect and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias and promote a diverse talent pool.

We do not accept unsolicited CVs and applications from agencies and will not be liable for any fee in connection with a candidate that has been submitted speculatively through any agency that has not been expressly instructed for a particular vacancy as part of our Preferred Supplier List.