Training Instructor – Food / Home Cooking

April 18, 2026

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We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Training Instructor of Food/Cooking to contribute to the vision for the service and support our pupils in developing their skills, knowledge and understanding of food and achieve appropriate accreditations at the end of Key Stage 4 – we currently run BTEC programmes in Home Cooking Skills.

You will be joining a team which works hard to create a positive and caring community that puts children at the heart of everything we do.

For an informal discussion and/or to arrange a visit, please contact Jenny Gaze, Head of H3 on 01432 343636.

Candidates will need to be patient and understanding of difficulties that can be experienced by our pupils and have excellent communication skills. Candidates will also need to:

Support the education, care and welfare of pupils, under the direction of the Headteacher and other designated teachers.
Deliver education sessions to small groups or on a one-to-one basis at a variety of locations.
Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
Improve pupil’s confidence, motivation, social skills and relationships, enabling them to face new and challenging situations.
Improve pupil’s attendance and punctuality
Work on your own initiative
Be a good timekeeper, flexible, accommodating and a team player

Application forms and further details are available from Hoople Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.

Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 1st May

Interviews: Wednesday 6th May

HPRS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

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