Pathways and Cookery Teacher

Pathways & Cookery Teacher – Full Time
Location: South Shields
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: January

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Pathways & Cookery Teacher to join our dedicated team in South Shields. Our school supports pupils with a wide range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), and we are looking for someone who is passionate about helping every learner thrive.

About the Role

• Monday mornings: Deliver engaging Life Skills sessions, working collaboratively with other tutor groups to support personal development, confidence, and independence.

• Remaining timetable: Teach Cookery across the school, creating fun, hands-on lessons that build practical cooking skills, confidence, and an understanding of healthy lifestyles.

• Plan, deliver, and assess lessons tailored to a diverse range of learning needs.

• Work as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality SEN provision.

• Promote a nurturing, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you are:

• A qualified teacher or an experienced instructor with a passion for Life Skills and Cookery.

• Experienced in, or enthusiastic about, working with pupils with a variety of SEN needs.

• Creative, patient, and resilient, with strong classroom-management skills.

• Able to differentiate learning and build strong, positive relationships with students.

• A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.

• Opportunities for professional development within SEN pathways.

• A role where you can genuinely make a difference in students’ lives every day.

Interested? We’d Love to Hear from You!

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and grow in your career, please send your CV and a short covering letter to:
isaac.jackson-carter@teachingpersonnel.com

An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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