Cooking Facilitator (Fixed Term (Non-Residential) Summer Contract) 2026

Alpadia’s mission is to encourage language development through immersion and to expand the horizons of our students and staff. Our vision for your employment is an exciting opportunity to grow your professional and personal skills as an educator and youth practitioner. Deepen your understanding of child development by applying solution-focused Positive Behaviour Support strategies and conflict resolution techniques to create a stimulating and supportive learning environment. Stay ahead in the field of education and youth practice with our professional development programme designed to advance your career. You will get the opportunity to work in an international team of like-minded, positive people who are dedicated to making a difference through their work. Alpadia employment reflects our values of integrity, support, diversity, knowledge growth, and opportunity.

Join ALPADIA’s team to make summer 2026 an unbelievable experience! We are looking for highly motivated people, who have the ability to engage and inspire young students, and who are looking for an enriching and educational experience themselves. We are currently recruiting English Language Teacher/ Cooking Facilitator on a fixed term summer contract.

Your role:

• Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all students in our care
• Ensure all language tuition is appropriate to a camp environment in line with the Alpadia syllabus and course structure
• Have and demonstrate a sound knowledge and awareness of the use of English and the linguistic systems underlying it, providing appropriate models of both spoken and written English
• Ensure the content of the lessons considers the course objectives, the learning needs, and cultural backgrounds of the students
• Ensure each lesson leads to relevant learning outcomes, which are made known to students, and which are achieved through a coherent sequence of activities
• Ensure the teaching techniques are appropriate to the focus of the lesson and to the needs of the group and individual learners
• Ensure learning is promoted by the effective management of the classroom environment and resources
• Ensure students receive appropriate and timely feedback on their performance during the lesson
• Ensure lessons include activities to evaluate whether learning is taking place
• Ensure students are engaged and create a positive learning atmosphere
• Show initiative to ensure the syllabus is adapted to meet the specific needs of our students, both at a class and individual level
• Encourage the sole use of the target language in classrooms wherever possible, both from the students and the other teachers
• Always represent ALPADIA in the best possible way, being polite and friendly to the students, both inside and outside of the classroom
• Engage positively in a reflective teaching approach and developmental observation process, embracing an “open-door” classroom policy
• Arrive at the centre, and ensure all lessons start and finish on time
• Actively participate in all staff meetings as necessary
• Attend, and where necessary contribute to, weekly Professional Development Sessions in a spirit of positive engagement
• Assist with placement testing as required
• Read, understand, and sign any relevant risk assessments as required
• Liaise with the Camp Manager/Academic Manager to resolve any instances of issues/questions/concerns raised by students, agents, parents, or other stakeholders
• Always maintain proper levels of student discipline, safety, and welfare, highlighting any issues to the Camp Manager or Academic Manager

Your profile:

• Essential: Level 6 Qualification - Examples: https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels
• Recognised EFL/ESL teaching qualification (CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, TEFL)
• Experience working with groups in an educational, training, or workshop environment
• Understanding of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching principles
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and safe kitchen practices
• Ability to explain instructions clearly and adapt language to different proficiency levels
• Strong organisational skills to plan, deliver, and manage cooking sessions
• Good classroom and group management skills
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills, patient and supportive
• Enthusiastic about language learning and cultural exchange
• Creative and resourceful in combining language and cooking activities
• Reliable, responsible, and attentive to safety
• Food hygiene awareness
• Safeguarding awareness

Desirable:

• Food Hygiene Certificate / Food Safety Level 2
• Previous experience delivering cooking classes or workshops
• Experience working in summer schools, camps, or multicultural environments
• Knowledge of international cuisines to link food with cultural learning
• Ability to design activities that integrate vocabulary, grammar, and speaking practice into practical cooking sessions
• First Aid certificate

We offer you:

• A competitive salary
• A great summer work-life balance with only 15 – 18.75 contact hours
• A Monday to Friday timetable, with no working hours after 13:00 (13:30 on Wednesdays)
• A prepared, yet flexible, course requiring minimum preparation
• A dedicated academic management team and support staff to ensure a smooth summer experience
• No residential, activity or supervision responsibilities beyond the classroom
• CPD sessions with qualified Academic Managers
• Small manageable class sizes with a fantastic nationality mix
• Attractive bonus options for returners
• The possibility of career progression within Kaplan International Languages
• An inclusive organisation with positive student and staff feedback

Location of our course centre and dates of commitment:

• Monday - Friday 5 x Morning (08:15 am- 13:30 pm) teaching with c.15-18.75 hours EFL contact time per week
• 3 x Afternoon (14:00 - 17:00) teaching with 9 hours Cooking Course contact time per week
• London Woldingham: 06.07.26 – 07.08.26

Miscellaneous:

• Residential or Non-Residential position with accommodation provided on site
• We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students therefore all staff employed will be required to provide / undergo an Enhanced DBS check, 3x referee details and overseas conduct certificates where applicable
• Equality and diversity is part of our core purpose. Alpadia summer schools are for everyone. This applies to both our students and our brilliant team of staff.

How to Apply:

Please apply via SmartRecruiters with your application, CV and cover letter. Please note, we have multiple roles available, and this vacancy will remain open until all positions are filled. We recommend that you apply at your earliest convenience. Only applicants invited to an interview will receive a reply.

Equal Opportunity Statement: At Alpadia Language Schools, we are committed to working in a diverse organisation and strive to provide equality of opportunity for all. We encourage and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If as a disabled applicant (as defined under the Equality Act 2010) you would like to request that your application is considered under Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) please let us know using this form.