Teaching Assistant (Food Tech)

Vision for Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is seeking a Teaching Assistant with a Food Tech background in Kingsbury, North West London. The role is part-time, Wednesday to Friday, supporting pupils aged 5-19 with a range of SEND needs in a specialist setting.

You will plan and deliver practical Food Technology sessions, help pupils develop independent cooking and life skills, and work closely with teachers, therapists and the Post-16 team to ensure meaningful learning aligned with EHCP outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering practical food or cooking lessons.
• Food Safety Level 2 or 3 required.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Commitment to inclusive education and SEND support.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, practical Food Technology sessions for pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils to develop practical skills in food preparation, cooking, hygiene and nutrition.
• Collaborate with class teachers and the Post-16 team to link sessions to individual development.

Skills

Food Tech background

Food Safety Level 2/3

Food hygiene

Communication

Teamwork

Inclusive education

Behaviour management

Education

Food Safety Level 2

Food Safety Level 3

Level 3 Education & Training

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Food Tech background)
Kingsbury, North West London
Part-time - Wednesday to Friday
Start date: ASAP

£140-£160 per day (PAYE, Paid weekly)

An Ofsted rated "outstanding" and inclusive specialist school in Kingsbury, a short walk from Kingsbury station, is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teaching assistant with a background in Food Tech to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in Food Technology, catering, cooking or practical food education who is passionate about supporting young people with SEND and helping them develop valuable life and independence skills.

About the role

You will be planning and delivering engaging, practical and accessible Food Technology sessions for pupils aged 5-19 with a wide range of SEND needs, including moderate to complex needs.

The role will involve supporting pupils to develop practical skills in food preparation, cooking, food hygiene and nutrition, whilst also helping them build confidence, independence and teamwork. Lessons will be adapted around individual pupils' needs, learning styles and EHCP outcomes.

There is also a strong Preparation for Adulthood focus, particularly for Post-16 learners. This includes developing skills around independent cooking, budgeting, healthy living and home management, as well as supporting vocational and enterprise-based learning such as running a café or preparing food for school events.

You will work closely with class teachers, therapists and the wider Post-16 team to ensure Food Tech sessions are meaningful, engaging and linked to each pupil's individual development.

About the school

The school is an inclusive specialist setting supporting pupils aged 5-19, with a strong focus on developing communication, independence, life skills and pathways towards adulthood.

The school takes a holistic approach to education, ensuring pupils are given opportunities to develop practical skills and confidence in a safe, structured and supportive environment.

You will be joining a supportive team where Food Technology plays an important role in developing pupils' vocational skills, independence and preparation for life beyond school.

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience delivering practical food or cooking lessons.
• Hold Food Safety Level 2 or 3.
• Have a strong understanding of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Be passionate about inclusive education and helping young people develop independence.
• Be confident planning and adapting practical activities to meet different learning needs.
• Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ideally have previous experience working within a SEND or SEMH setting.
• Experience with vocational qualifications such as OCR, ASDAN or BTEC would be advantageous.
• A teaching or curriculum delivery qualification, such as Level 3 Education & Training, would also be desirable.

This would suit someone who may have worked as a Food Technology Teacher, Food Tech Instructor, Food Technician, Catering Tutor, Chef/Cook with education experience, or Teaching Assistant with a strong Food