Job Title: Cookery Teacher/Instructor - SEND (SEMH)

About Us:

Join our dedicated team at an Alternative Provision (AP) school located in Havering. 

We are committed to providing high-quality education and support to our students, who have a diverse range of needs. Currently, we are seeking a Cookery Teacher/Instructor to join us for two days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) to teach Key Stage 3 and 4 students.

Position Overview:

As a Cookery Teacher/Instructor you will play a vital role in delivering engaging and practical cookery lessons to our students. With a maximum class size of seven students per group and a total capacity of 40 students across our five groups, you will have the opportunity to provide personalised support and instruction to meet the needs of each individual.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver cookery lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4 students, catering to a diverse range of abilities and needs.

• Create engaging and practical learning experiences that promote skill development, independence, and confidence in the kitchen.

• Implement effective behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and safe learning environment, considering the individual needs of students.

• Adapt teaching methods and resources to accommodate the varying learning styles and abilities of students within the groups.

• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support their learning and development.

• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate cookery lessons into the broader curriculum and promote cross-curricular learning opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching cookery or food-related subjects to secondary school students, preferably in a special educational needs or alternative provision setting.

• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to effectively engage and motivate students with diverse needs.

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices in a kitchen environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse needs.

• Supportive and collaborative school community committed to excellence and inclusivity.

Engage Education is a widely recognised, award-winning education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on the high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Offer an excellent 'refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Lauren Ball @ Engage Education SEND directly.

If you are not contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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