Catering Specialists - Teaching Opportunities

Aspire People Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is recruiting experienced Catering specialists and lecturers to join Further Education providers across Newport and South Wales. Roles range from full-time to part-time and flexible opportunities, with a September 2026 start and ongoing openings.

Ideal candidates bring Level 3 Catering or Hospitality credentials, strong industry experience, and the ability to engage learners, including those with SEN/ALN. Teaching experience is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Catering, Hospitality or a relevant discipline.
• Strong professional catering/industry experience.
• Ability to support and inspire learners; teaching experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based Catering sessions.
• Demonstrate professional culinary techniques and standards.
• Support learners working towards vocational qualifications.
• Teach food preparation, cooking and kitchen practices.
• Promote high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Assess practical work and monitor learner progress.
• Prepare learners for employment, apprenticeships or further study.
• Support learners with SEN/ALN.
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality improvement.

Skills

Catering expertise

Industry experience

Learner engagement

Strong communication

Education

Level 3 Catering/Hospitality

Teaching/training experience desirable

Job description

Catering Specialists - Teaching Opportunities Newport

Newport
Competitive hourly rates
Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities
September 2026 Start Ongoing Opportunities

The Role

Are you an experienced Catering specialist looking to move into Further Education, or an established Catering Lecturer looking for your next opportunity?

Aspire People are working in partnership with Further Education providers across Newport to recruit experienced Catering specialists and lecturers.

You don't necessarily need to have worked as a Lecturer previously. If you have strong industry experience, relevant qualifications and the ability to support and inspire learners, we'd love to hear from you.

? The Role

You may be responsible for:

Delivering engaging practical and theory-based Catering sessions
Demonstrating professional culinary techniques and standards
Supporting learners working towards vocational qualifications
Teaching food preparation, cooking and kitchen practices
Promoting high standards of food safety and hygiene
Assessing practical work and monitoring learner progress
Preparing learners for employment, apprenticeships or further study
Supporting learners with SEN/ALN
Contributing to curriculum development and quality improvement

What We're Looking For

Level 3 qualification in Catering, Hospitality or a relevant discipline
Strong professional experience within Catering/Hospitality
Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and professional kitchen standards
Strong practical skills and up-to-date industry knowledge
Ability to demonstrate techniques and engage learners
Experience supporting learners, apprentices or trainees is desirable
Strong communication and organisational skills
Teaching or training experience is desirable but not essential
Experience working with learners with SEN/ALN is beneficial

Why Join Aspire People?

Opportunities with FE colleges across Newport and South Wales
Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
Competitive hourly rates
Ongoing and long-term opportunities
Free CPD and professional development
Dedicated consultant support
Support for experienced professionals transitioning into education where appropriate
Opportunities to develop your career within the FE sector

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.