178 cook jobs found

School Kitchen Cooks & Kitchen Assistants Required Empowering Learning - Teesside Empowering Learning is currently recruiting experienced Kitchen Cooks and Kitchen Assistants to work within school settings across the Teesside area. We are seeking reliable, enthusiastic, and hardworking individuals who are passionate about preparing and serving nutritious meals while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety. Pay Rate: £15.00 - £19.00 per hour Location: Various school settings across Teesside Hours: Flexible opportunities available, with working hours varying depending on the needs of the school. Key Responsibilities: Preparing, cooking, and serving meals in line with school menus and dietary requirements Assisting with food preparation and presentation Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen Following food safety procedures and HACCP guidelines Operating kitchen equipment safely and effectively Receiving and storing...

Job Title: Cook (Maternity Leave Cover) Reference: ELTJUN2609 Location: Hull Hours: 30 Hours Per Week Working Pattern: Term Time Only + 5 Training Days Salary: NJC SCP 5 Contract: Fixed-Term until 19 March 2027 (subject to confirmation of maternity leave return date) Start Date: 7 September 2026 Are you a passionate and experienced Cook looking for a rewarding role within a friendly primary school environment? We are recruiting on behalf of one of our valued schools within the ELT Trust for a dedicated Cook to lead the delivery of a high-quality catering service. This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on pupils' daily school experience by providing nutritious, delicious meals in a safe and welcoming environment. Key Responsibilities ✅ Prepare, cook and serve meals to pupils, staff and visitors ✅ Support menu planning and help create engaging meal options ✅ Complete weekly catering administration and bookwork ✅ Order supplies and manage stock...

Food Technology Teacher – Alternative Provision (ASAP Start) Are you a qualified Food Technology Teacher looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people? Do you have the skills and resilience to engage students who have faced challenges within mainstream education? This specialist alternative provision is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join its team for an immediate start. This is an exciting opportunity to teach Food Technology to small groups of students who require a more personalised approach to learning. The school supports young people who may have experienced barriers to education, helping them to rebuild confidence, develop practical skills and achieve positive outcomes. As a Food Technology Teacher, you will deliver engaging and hands-on lessons that encourage students to develop independence, creativity and essential life skills. You will work closely with a supportive team of teachers, teaching assistants...

Food and Catering Tutor Runcorn £130–£210 per day (depending on experience) TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a specialist educational provision in Runcorn to recruit a passionate and dedicated Food and Catering Tutor. This provision supports young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a structured and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally. The school offers small class sizes, strong pastoral support, and a therapeutic approach to learning, helping students re-engage with education and build confidence, independence, and life skills. The Role You will be responsible for delivering engaging and practical food and catering lessons to secondary-aged students. The role will involve: Planning and delivering high-quality, hands-on catering lessons Supporting students to develop practical cooking skills and food hygiene knowledge Encouraging teamwork, independence, and...

Outreach Mentor – Worcestershire Pay: £80–£100 per day Hours: 9am–2pm (term time only) We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist alternative provision in Worcestershire that supports young people and adults with additional needs through mentoring and creative learning. They are seeking SEN Mentors who can build strong relationships, provide structured support, and help individuals work towards their EHCP targets. Full training will be provided, including planning, assessment, and reporting. This provision operates outside of a traditional school setting, using community-based environments to encourage engagement, confidence, and personal development. Key responsibilities: * Deliver mentoring sessions and learning activities * Plan and track progress against EHCP outcomes * Build positive, trusting relationships * Work collaboratively within a supportive team Essential requirements: * NVQ Level 2 Teaching Assistant, Level 3 Health & Social Care (or...

Nursery Practitioner required – full or part time – £12.76 per hour. Immediate start from 22nd June. Nursery Practitioner Location: Ramsgate Hours: Various shifts Start Date: 22nd June About the role Our client is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join their early years setting from Monday 22nd June. This is an initial one-week temporary assignment, with the potential to become a permanent opportunity for the right individual. Both full-time and part-time applications are welcomed. Key responsibilities * Deliver high-quality care and education in line with EYFS * Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing * Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment * Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues * Observe, assess, and record children’s progress About you (requirements) * Level 3 Childcare qualification (essential) * Minimum 2 years’ hands-on nursery experience * Passionate about early years...

Male SEN Teaching Assistant - Harrow - Full Time - September Start Are you a dedicated and proactive Male SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in Harrow? A specialist SEN provision in Harrow is seeking a reliable Male SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team with an immediate start available. This Male SEN Teaching Assistant role in Harrow offers a rewarding opportunity to work with post-16 learners. This Male SEN Teaching Assistant position in Harrow involves working with students with special educational needs to build confidence, life skills, and greater autonomy for adult life. The Male SEN Teaching Assistant in Harrow will work closely with learners to help them progress academically, socially, and practically within a structured environment. Male SEN Teaching Assistant - Job Role & Key Duties (Harrow): Assist post-16 learners on a 1:1 basis and in small groups as a Male SEN Teaching Assistant in Harrow Help learners develop life skills for adult life...

Are you a passionate Food Technology Teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people? A well-established PRU in West Drayton is seeking an enthusiastic and resilient Food Technology Teacher to join their dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Food Technology Teacher who thrives in a nurturing, supportive environment and wants to have a lasting impact on students who require a more personalised approach to education. The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEMH, behavioural challenges, and barriers to mainstream education. As a Food Technology Teacher, you will play a key role in developing practical life skills, confidence, and engagement through a creative and hands-on curriculum. The Role As a Food Technology Teacher in this West Drayton PRU, you will: Deliver engaging Food Technology lessons to small class groups. Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs. Create a positive and...

Not every teaching role is about exam results. Some are about helping a young person discover something they are good at for the first time. We are recruiting a Food Technology Teacher for a specialist PRU in West Drayton that works with pupils who have struggled to succeed in mainstream education. Many students have experienced disrupted learning, behavioural challenges, or social and emotional difficulties, but with the right support they are capable of achieving remarkable progress. As a Food Technology Teacher, you will deliver practical and engaging lessons that develop essential life skills while building confidence, independence, and self-esteem. Why this role stands out Small class sizes allowing for meaningful teaching and relationship building Strong support from Teaching Assistants and pastoral teams Well-resourced Food Technology facilities Opportunity to make a visible difference every day Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing Your...

Food Technology Teacher Required - South Lincolnshire 🍳 September Start | Long-Term Assignment | Paid to Scale 💷 Paid to Scale (£150 - £261 per day depending on experience and pay scale) 📅 Start Date: 1st September 2026 📅 Long-Term Assignment Until At Least December 2026 📍 South Lincolnshire Mana Education are working with a successful secondary academy in South Lincolnshire seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term teaching position within a supportive school environment, teaching motivated students across Key Stages 3 and 4. The role is expected to continue until at least the end of December 2026, with the potential for extension. 👩‍🏫 The Role As a Food Technology Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and practical lessons that inspire students to develop essential cooking, nutrition and food preparation skills. You will join a supportive...

Male SEN Teaching Assistant - Harrow - Full Time - September Start Are you a dedicated and proactive Male SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time role in Harrow? A specialist SEN provision in Harrow is seeking a reliable Male SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team with an immediate start available. This Male SEN Teaching Assistant role in Harrow offers a rewarding opportunity to work with post-16 learners. This Male SEN Teaching Assistant position in Harrow involves working with students with special educational needs to build confidence, life skills, and greater autonomy for adult life. The Male SEN Teaching Assistant in Harrow will work closely with learners to help them progress academically, socially, and practically within a structured environment. Male SEN Teaching Assistant - Job Role & Key Duties (Harrow): Assist post-16 learners on a 1:1 basis and in small groups as a Male SEN Teaching Assistant in Harrow Help learners develop life skills for adult life...

Food Technology Teacher – Secondary School Location: Spalding Salary: MPS/UPS (depending on experience) Start Date: ASAP / September Contract Type: Full-time | Long-term GSL Education is seeking a passionate and skilled Food Technology Teacher to join a secondary school in Spalding. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who can inspire students through practical learning while developing their understanding of nutrition, food preparation, and healthy lifestyles. The successful candidate will teach Food Technology across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging and hands-on lessons that encourage creativity and confidence in the kitchen. Key Responsibilities: Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons Teach practical cooking skills and food preparation techniques Promote knowledge of nutrition, hygiene, and food safety Assess and monitor student progress effectively Prepare students for practical and written assessments Maintain a safe, organised, and...

Qualified Food Technician Teacher Location - West Drayton, London Contract - Full-time, Temp to perm contract  Start Date - September Salary - £168.80 - £230.45 (MPS + UPS)  Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher with experience supporting learners with additional needs? Our client, a reputable Academy-SEND educational provider, is seeking a qualified Food Technology Teacher to join their team on a temporary basis, with the potential for a permanent role. About the Role: Start Date: ASAP Type: Temp-to-perm contract Setting: Specialist SEND Academy with a strong focus on personalised learning Organisation Size: 66–250 employees, committed to providing outstanding support and education for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder/Condition (ASD/ASC) Candidate Profile: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience delivering Food Technology lessons across a range of abilities and key stages Demonstrable experience supporting learners with...

Lecturer in Catering Location: Rotherham Salary: £29,455 to £33,487 (depending on experience and qualifications) Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Duration: Permanent Our client is seeking an experienced Professional Chef with strong Front-of-House knowledge to join their Catering & Hospitality team. This role combines teaching excellence with commercial innovation, supporting the college’s training restaurant and events service. Responsibilities: * Deliver engaging, practical and theoretical sessions in professional cookery * Mentor students and support progress towards qualifications and employability * Contribute to menu planning, costing, and delivery for curriculum and commercial events * Collaborate with FOH Lecturer to ensure seamless restaurant and event operations * Promote customer service awareness within kitchen training Candidate Requirements: * Proven experience as a Professional Chef in a commercial hospitality environment * Strong...

A supportive and progressive secondary school in Sefton is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher to join their Design and Technology department. This is a full-time role with the opportunity to make a lasting impact and the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. The successful candidate will inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and Key Stage 5, if applicable) by delivering engaging and practical Food Technology lessons that develop essential culinary skills, nutrition awareness, and an understanding of food preparation, safety, and healthy living. The Role • Plan and deliver high-quality and engaging Food Technology lessons • Teach students practical cooking skills, food hygiene, nutrition, and healthy eating • Maintain a safe, organised, and positive learning environment in the classroom and kitchen • Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance teaching and learning The Ideal Candidate • Holds (or is on track to achieve)...

SEN Teaching Assistant (ASD Focus) – EYFS Primary School in Camden, North London Think Education Partners is supporting a welcoming, inclusive primary school in the heart of Kings Cross, Camden, to appoint a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant with a strong focus on supporting children with autism (ASD) in the Early Years Foundation Stage. If you are passionate about early communication, sensory‑informed practice and helping young learners build confidence and independence, this role offers a genuinely rewarding opportunity. About the role You will work closely with the EYFS class teacher and SENCO to provide autism‑specific, high‑quality support to children in Nursery and Reception, including those with EHCPs. Key responsibilities include: * Providing 1:1 and small‑group support for children with ASD, following EHCPs and SEND support plans * Supporting children’s communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and sensory needs * Using structured approaches...

Teaching Assistant Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant for a medium sized Secondary school in Brent. The school is looking for someone who is enthusiastic and who has a can-do attitude. The timetable for this role will be key stage 3 and key stage 4. The role is open to candidates with experience and who are looking to start their career in education. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position. CONTRACT DETAILS · Location - Brent, London · Position - Teaching Assistant · Type of work - Teaching Assistant · Contract or position start date - 02/09/2026 · Duration / Likely Duration - Until the end of the academic year · Contract or position end date (if applicable) - On going · Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary · Full time/part time - Full time · Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate GBP95 per day · Hours - 8:00am - 4pm EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS...

Do you want to make a difference? Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Are you looking for a work straight away? Academics are a local education supply agency for teachers and support staff. We are currently on the look out for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a school in Dewsbury. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide additional support on a 1.1 basis with a pre-school aged child, whilst working in a highly supportive and rewarding environment. This opportunity requires a successful candidate to be resilient as well as have experience handling difficult behaviour, due to the nature of this role. This being said, the job is highly rewarding and gives you the chance to really make a difference to the children's education and day to day school life. Is this you? Get in touch

Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant 🧩 📍 Location: Wolverhampton 💷 Competitive Daily Rates 📅 Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities Available Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? We are working with specialist autism schools seeking caring, enthusiastic and dedicated support staff to join their teams. 🌈 About the School: These specialist settings provide a nurturing and structured environment where children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You'll be part of a team committed to helping every child reach their full potential. 💡 Your Role: * Supporting pupils with autism across a range of ages and abilities * Assisting with communication and social development * Delivering personalised support strategies * Encouraging independence and life skills * Working closely with teachers, therapists and families 🎯 We Are Looking For: * Experience supporting children with autism (preferred but not essential) * A...

Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant 🧩 📍 Location: Walsall 💷 Competitive Daily Rates 📅 Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities Available Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? We are working with specialist autism schools seeking caring, enthusiastic and dedicated support staff to join their teams. 🌈 About the School: These specialist settings provide a nurturing and structured environment where children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. You'll be part of a team committed to helping every child reach their full potential. 💡 Your Role: * Supporting pupils with autism across a range of ages and abilities * Assisting with communication and social development * Delivering personalised support strategies * Encouraging independence and life skills * Working closely with teachers, therapists and families 🎯 We Are Looking For: * Experience supporting children with autism (preferred but not essential) * A...