Family Learning Tutor (Food Education Specialism)

Foundation Of Light; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused charity in Sunderland is looking for a Family Learning Tutor specializing in food education. This role involves engaging adults and families through both accredited and non-accredited programs. The successful candidate will deliver practical food education sessions across diverse settings, creating impactful learning experiences. Candidates are encouraged to apply with their CV or request an application pack before the closing date of December 17th, 2025. Enhanced DBS checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Motivated individual required to deliver food education.
• Experience in teaching or engaging families is ideal.
• Ability to conduct sessions in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver formal and informal food education sessions.
• Engage diverse groups in learning programs.
• Work collaboratively with the Belonging and Social Connectivity team.

Skills

Engagement with families

Food education delivery

Ability to work in diverse settings

Job description

Foundation of Light, the registered charity of Sunderland Football Club, aims to involve, educate and inspire people of all ages from Sunderland, South Tyneside and Durham to improve their life chances, using football as the motivator. We are proud of our history and culture, our innovative and proactive solutions to community problems, and our people. We are now looking to add to our passionate and enthusiastic team.

Family Learning Tutor (Food Education Specialism) (35 hours)

The Foundation is seeking a highly motivated individual to fulfil the exciting role of Family Learning Tutor (Food Education Specialism) as part of the Belonging and Social Connectivity Team.

Through our pioneering facility, the Beacon of Light, it is the Foundation’s ambition to develop the education, employability and skills pathways for adults and families across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham through quality delivery.

Working with the Belonging and Social Connectivity team, you will deliver on Adult and Family Learning Programmes, engaging a wide range of adults and families in accredited and non‑accredited food education provision.

You will have the ability to engage families, delivering formal and informal practical food education sessions to diverse groups of adults and families in a range of settings including schools and other community venues.

The base for the post is the Beacon of Light, with delivery across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham.

Any questions relating to this position should be directed to [e-mail].

Interested applicants should request an application pack, or send a CV to [e-mail] or download packs from our website www.foundationoflight.co.uk.

Candidates who have not heard within six weeks of application should assume they have been unsuccessful.

The closing date is Wednesday 17th December 2025.

Appointments may be subject to an enhanced DBS Check. Foundation of Light is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Foundation of Light • Beacon of Light • Sunderland • SR5 1SN

Tel: [phone]

Registered Charity No 1089333