Hourly Paid Instructor Demonstrator Assessor - Catering & Hospitality

Middlesbrough College Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Gym membership

Counselling

Flexible hours

Career progression

CPD opportunities

Staff discounts

Cycle to work

Onsite parking

Job summary

Middlesbrough College invites applications for an Instructor Demonstrator Assessor in Catering & Hospitality. The role delivers practical training and assessment in college and workplace settings, helping learners develop skills and professional behaviours aligned with current industry standards.

The post requires Level 3 Catering qualifications, Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, and willingness to undertake mandatory training. Desirable awards include Assessor/Verifier and First Aid.

Qualifications

• Proven catering industry knowledge and practical experience.
• Experience delivering or supporting practical skills in catering.
• Commitment to mandatory training related to the role.
• Desirable: Assessor and Verifier Awards.
• Desirable: First Aid qualification.

Responsibilities

• Train, demonstrate, assess and support learners on catering programmes.
• Support practical catering skills in workshops and workplaces.
• Help learners develop personalised learning plans and achieve qualifications.
• Monitor progress and provide guidance and constructive feedback.
• Contribute to recruitment, enrolment and events with colleagues and partners.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Assessment feedback

Best practice

Education

Level 3 Catering qualification

GCSE Maths & English (4/C+)

Assessor and Verifier Awards

First Aid qualification

Job description

Job Title: Instructor Demonstrator Assessor – Catering & Hospitality (Hourly Paid)

Department: Service Industries

Contract: Hourly Paid, Permanent

Salary: £24.54 per hour (Inclusive of Holiday Pay)

Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

The Role

Are you an experienced Catering & Hospitality professional looking to share your industry knowledge and help develop the next generation of talent? Middlesbrough College is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Instructor Demonstrator Assessor to support learners in developing the practical skills, knowledge and workplace behaviours required for a successful career in the Catering industry. In this rewarding role, you will train, demonstrate and assess learners in both college and workplace settings, helping them achieve their goals while supporting high-quality learning experiences that reflect current industry standards and practices. We welcome applications from professionals across all areas of the Catering sector, particularly those with assessing experience or qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Train, demonstrate, assess and support learners on competence-based and skills-based Catering programmes.
• Support the delivery of practical Catering skills in workshops, realistic working environments and workplace settings.
• Assist learners in developing personalised learning plans and achieving qualification and industry standards.
• Monitor and assess learner progress, providing guidance, one-to-one support and constructive feedback.
• Contribute to learner recruitment, enrolment, programme promotion and open day activities, while working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.

Please find the full job description here – IDA - Catering & Hospitality

Qualifications

• Level 3 Catering qualification.
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Commitment to undertake any mandatory training relevant to the role.
• Assessor and Verifier Awards – Desirable.
• First Aid qualification – Desirable.

Experience

• Up-to-date knowledge and practical experience within the Catering industry.
• Experience delivering or supporting practical skills development in a Catering environment.
• Awareness of current and emerging trends affecting the Catering sector.
• Knowledge of career pathways and progression opportunities within Catering.
• Experience supporting learners aged 16-18 and adult learners to achieve positive outcomes.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and support learners effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to assess learner performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Commitment to identifying, sharing and implementing best practice.

Why Join Us?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health &Wellbeing; freegym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendlypolicies: flexiblehours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• Collegebenefit scheme – College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at Middlesbrough College, please visit our Work For Us page.

For further details, please contact Darren Parkhill, Curriculum Team Leader, Service Industries on [e-mail]

Safeguarding Our Students

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe and appropriate conduct in line with College policies.

All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates to identify any safeguarding or reputation‑related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to Work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment Process

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right tocommencethe interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Equality & Diversity

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.