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Are you a culinary professional with a passion for mentoring, or an experienced educator looking to lead practical, real-world vocational sessions? We are seeking a proactive and skilled Instructing Learning Support Mentor specialising in Catering to join a leading Supported Learning department in Cambridge. This is a unique, hands-on role where you will bridge the gap between education and industry, instructing students with diverse learning needs within high-end commercial environments, including prestigious collegiate kitchens and serving areas.
Job Responsibility:
Lead 1:2 practical sessions in active commercial areas such as the Buttery, professional kitchens, and hospitality suites, ensuring students gain authentic work experience
Provide high-quality cover for absent teachers and instructors, following established schemes of work to ensure business continuity and student familiarity
Offer 1:1 booster and catch-up sessions for learners requiring additional support to meet their vocational goals
Lead educational trips off-campus, such as sourcing ingredients, to teach functional life skills and commercial awareness
Evaluate student work against College Certificate outcomes and awarding body criteria to track and celebrate progress
Work closely with Course Leaders and the Assistant Head of Department to ensure a seamless and safe learning experience across all campuses
Requirements:
Strong background in catering or hospitality, with the ability to demonstrate professional standards in a kitchen and service environment
Experience in a learning support or mentoring role, particularly with students in a 'Supported Learning' or SEN context
Agility to work across different sites in Cambridge and adapt instruction style to meet individual learner needs
Commitment to high standards of food hygiene and student safeguarding
Positive, professional appearance and the ability to act as a stellar ambassador for the department
Must hold (or be willing to process) an enhanced DBS check
Must hold or be willing to complete a Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety qualification (refreshed every 3 years)
Willingness to undertake yearly Epilepsy Training (including administering emergency medication) to support students during independent work
Ability to travel between Cambridge sites efficiently
What we offer:
Enrollment in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Professional Growth opportunities
Term Time only (38 weeks) providing a fantastic work-life balance