Sessional Teacher - Catering

East Sussex College Group; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension

Funding for teaching qualifications

Job summary

East Sussex College Group in Eastbourne is seeking a enthustiastic, industry‑experienced Sessional Lecturer to join our Future College Programme, delivering practical catering and hospitality sessions that build employability and confidence.

You will create an inclusive, safe kitchen learning space, monitor progress, provide feedback, and cooperate with teaching teams. Roles are sessional with rolling recruitment; enhanced DBS and UK eligibility apply.

Qualifications

• Hold relevant catering or hospitality industry qualifications and experience.
• Experience working with learners in an educational, training or community setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly and organise activities for groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical catering and hospitality sessions to small groups of learners.
• Create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Support learners to develop confidence, independence and employability skills.
• Ensure safe working practices in the kitchen environment.
• Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Work with learning support staff and programme teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Catering or hospitality qualifications

Job description

Inspire Young People Through Food and Hospitality

East Sussex College is looking to expand our bank staff and are looking for an enthusiastic and industry-experienced Sessional Lecturer to join our Future College Programme. This exciting provision supports young people to develop independence, employability skills, and confidence through practical, hands‑on learning experiences.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging catering sessions that introduce students to food preparation, kitchen safety, customer service, healthy eating, and hospitality‑related skills within a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver practical catering and hospitality sessions to small groups of learners.
• Create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support learners to develop confidence, independence, and employability skills.
• Ensure safe working practices are maintained within the kitchen environment.
• Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Work collaboratively with learning support staff and programme teams.

About You

• Hold relevant catering or hospitality industry qualifications and experience.
• Have experience working with young people or adults in an educational, training, or community setting.
• Be passionate about helping learners develop practical life and employability skills.
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills.
• For many of our teaching roles, we welcome applications from candidates at any stage of their career, including industry professionals with no/limited teaching experience. We are able to offer teacher development & qualifications to enable teaching success.

• Closing date: 20th September 2026
• Interview Date: TBC

College location: Based at our Eastbourne Campus.

Annual salary: Circa £33 - £47 per hour including holiday/planning rates.

(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)

Hours: Sessional – currently speculative.

In return, we can offer you:

A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.

For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [e-mail] . Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

OTHER INFORMATION:

East Sussex College is a values‑driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.

Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.

We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at [e-mail] and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.

At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.