Workshop Leader

Creative Kitchen; North East; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Creative Kitchen in Consett is seeking a friendly Workshop Leader to run hands-on cooking sessions for children, families, and adults. Sessions are delivered across school and outreach settings, with plans provided and a focus on safety and enjoyment.

Shifts run 2–5pm, with 1–5 sessions weekly; term-time or year-round roles are available, and hours are flexible for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable and confident working with children, families and adults
• Positive attitude with enthusiasm for teaching, creativity, and hands-on activities
• Experience in teaching, childcare, or supportive role is desirable but not essential; full training provided

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on cooking sessions across school and outreach settings.
• Guide participants, offering encouragement, and ensuring safety, inclusivity, and enjoyment.
• Shift patterns run 2–5pm; term-time or year-round positions; hours negotiable.

Job description

Creative Kitchen is a hands-on cooking school based in Consett, delivering fun, educational workshops for children, families, and adults. From after-school clubs and school outreach to birthday parties and community events, we're on a mission to inspire a lifelong love of food and cooking in people of all ages. Our sessions are engaging, creative, and full of laughter - and our team is at the heart of everything we do!

Jo b Description

We're looking for a friendly, enthusiastic Workshop Leader to join our growing team and deliver hands-on cooking sessions across our school and outreach settings. All session plans are provided, so your focus will be on guiding participants, offering encouragement, and making every session safe, inclusive, and genuinely enjoyable. Shifts run between 2–5pm, with between 1 and 5 sessions available per week depending on your availability. Term-time only and year-round roles are both available. Hours are flexible and negotiable for the right person.

Requirements

Friendly, reliable, and confident working with children, families, and adults

Positive attitude with enthusiasm for teaching, creativity, and hands-on activities

Able to work independently and as part of a team, adapting to different groups and settings

Punctual, professional, and able to manage a busy, practical environment

Experience in teaching, childcare, or a supportive role is desirable but not essential - full training is provided