Teacher - Travel and Aviation

Teaching Vacancies; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 44 days

LGPS pension

CPD opportunities

Travel discounts

Job summary

Leeds City College on Printworks campus is seeking a Teacher of Travel and Aviation to inspire the next generation. The role is full-time and welcomes applicants from both qualified and non-qualified teaching backgrounds, with full training provided.

You will deliver Level 1 to Level 3 travel and tourism courses, share real-world industry experience, assess progress and help learners gain practical skills for careers in travel, tourism, and aviation.

Qualifications

• Experience in travel and aviation industries.
• Ability to teach Level 1–3 travel and tourism courses.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Level 1–3 travel and tourism lessons.
• Share industry experience to bring learning to life.
• Assess learner progress and give constructive feedback.
• Support learners to develop practical skills for travel, tourism and aviation.
• Contribute to curriculum development and collaborate with partners.

Skills

Travel industry exp

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the Role

Leeds City College are seeking a Teacher of Travel and Aviation to join us at our Printworks campus!

Due to 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.

The School of Travel, Food and Drink is a leading provider of education and training for young people looking to build successful careers in the travel, tourism, and aviation industries. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, industry-relevant teaching that equips learners with the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to thrive in this fast-paced and exciting sector.

Interviews will be taking on W/C 23rd November 2026.

What You Will Do

• 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.

About You

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.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have:

• 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 within the hospitality sector would also be welcomed.
• A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What the college offers its staff

Annual leave:

• Curriculum and Management:44 days plus bank holidays
• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:

• Local Government Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:

• Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting:

• Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes

Commitment to safeguarding

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for a job with us if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.