Instructing Learning Support Mentor - Catering
Salary: £22,568 - £23,874 per annum (equivalent to a full year salary of £25,972 - £27,476 per annum) + staff benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent, Term-time Basis

Are you a culinary professional with a passion for transforming lives through the art of hospitality? We are seeking an enthusiastic and positive Catering Instructor to join our SEND team. This is a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between the kitchen and the classroom, empowering students with moderate learning difficulties to gain real-world employability skills.
This role is more than vocational training; it is a mission to foster independence. You will be based both within our modern training kitchens and at a prestigious external commercial catering site, providing face-to-face instruction that turns "skills for life" into a professional reality.

Benefits:

Generous Pension Scheme & Holiday Entitlement
Health & Wellbeing: BUPA Health Expenses cash plan & free gym membership
Professional Growth: Support to gain your L3 Award in Education and Training
Perks: Discounted Apple products, high street rewards, and free on-site parking
Support: Access to independent counselling and comprehensive occupational healthResponsibilities:

Practical Instruction: Lead independent catering sessions in a commercial kitchen environment, teaching students the technical and soft skills required for the hospitality industry.

Educational Support: Support theory-based learning and deliver prepared lesson plans at the main campus, ensuring a cohesive link between practice and principle.

Employability Coaching: Guide students through "Skills for Life" frameworks, helping them navigate the complexities of a professional working environment.

Safety Stewardship: Maintain rigorous standards of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene, ensuring all learners operate safely in high-pressure catering settings.

Collaborative Spirit: Work closely with the Assistant Head of Department and the wider SEND team to adapt to the evolving needs of our learners.

Requirements:

Culinary Expertise: You hold a minimum Level 2 Chef qualification and/or have at least 6 months of experience in a commercial catering or kitchen environment.
Aspiring Educator: You already hold, or are fully committed to achieving, a Level 3 Award in Education and Training (support provided).
Core Skills: A minimum Level 2 standard in English and Maths is required to support the academic growth of your students.
Resilience & Empathy: You possess a "can-do" attitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and a genuine understanding of the challenges faced by SEND learners.Even if you don't meet every single criteria listed, if you are a resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting students and a willingness to learn, we would still love to hear from you.

Could this be your next challenge? Please apply via this page with a copy of your CV.

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