Teacher of Aviation

Principal Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking specialist secondary school in East London is urgently seeking Aviation specialists for two roles: Subject Lead for Aviation and Teacher of Aviation Operations. Candidates should have a background in Aviation or a related field, along with a teaching qualification or significant industry experience. These roles offer the opportunity to shape an innovative Aviation provision in a collaborative environment and come with immediate start options.

Benefits

Supportive leadership

Collaborative working environment

Opportunity to shape Aviation education

Qualifications

• Suitable candidates must have a background in Aviation or a related field.
• Teaching qualification or extensive industry experience required.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the Aviation curriculum.
• Delivering engaging Aviation Operations lessons.
• Ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.

Skills

Background in Aviation

Strong communication skills

Classroom management skills

Passion for STEM education

Education

Teaching qualification or significant industry experience

Job description

Overview

URGENT VACANCIES - AVIATION EDUCATION ROLES. Specialist Technical Secondary School | East London. A forward-thinking specialist secondary school in East London is urgently seeking to appoint two Aviation specialists to join its growing technical and vocational provision. These roles offer a rare opportunity to deliver industry-aligned education within a highly focused STEM environment.

Available Roles:

• Subject Lead for Aviation
• Teacher of Aviation Operations

Both positions are an immediate priority, and applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

The school is a specialist technical institution delivering a unique curriculum that combines academic study with real-world aviation and engineering pathways. Students are supported to progress into higher education, apprenticeships, and careers within the aviation and engineering sectors.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Subject Lead for Aviation

• Leading and developing the Aviation curriculum
• Ensuring high standards of teaching and learning
• Supporting and mentoring teaching staff
• Driving student outcomes and engagement
• Working collaboratively with senior leaders and external partners

Teacher of Aviation Operations

• Delivering engaging Aviation Operations lessons
• Teaching students across KS4 and KS5
• Linking theory to real-world aviation practice
• Supporting curriculum development and enrichment activities

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Background in Aviation, Aviation Operations, or a related discipline
• Teaching qualification or significant industry experience
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Passion for technical, vocational, and STEM education
• Commitment to safeguarding and student development

WHY APPLY?

• Work in a specialist technical school with a strong industry focus
• Opportunity to shape and grow an Aviation provision
• Supportive leadership and collaborative working environment
• Immediate start opportunities available