Teacher - Hospitality Skills (Part time), Harrogate

Harrogate College is looking for an inspiring Hospitality Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a part time position, working 14.8 hours per week across two days. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between the classroom and the workplace, supporting students as they develop essential front-of-house skills, exceptional customer service, and the ability to work effectively within a high-pressure team. While your expertise may lie in front-of-house excellence, you will also be confident and capable within a professional kitchen environment, ensuring a holistic understanding of the industry is passed on to our students. We welcome applications from both qualified and non-qualified teachers. Full training and support to attain a teaching qualification will be provided as part of the role.

Harrogate College is a fantastic place for both study and work, with learners who thrive in an environment where staff promote high challenge and offer generous support. We believe that achieving a hospitality qualification can be life-changing, providing a direct route into employment, further study, or higher education. Our team is committed to developing student belief in their own unique ability, and we look forward to welcoming a new colleague who shares this passion for an outstanding student journey.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop our training restaurant into a professional, commercial environment, mentoring students as they master front-of-house excellence, customer service, and seamless teamwork.
• Deliver inspiring sessions and develop curriculum resources that bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world hospitality practice, utilising your expertise in both kitchen and service environments.
• Drive student recruitment and selection by acting as an ambassador at open events and conducting interviews to ensure prospective learners are placed on the right pathway for their careers.
• Provide holistic pastoral support and mentoring, guiding a diverse range of students through their personal growth and the development of essential, "work-ready" professional skills.
• Create authentic assessment activities that mirror industry standards, providing the timely, developmental feedback needed to motivate students to reach their full potential.
• As a member of the Luminate Group, contribute to quality assurance processes and share best practices across our network.
• Commit to your own professional development by working towards a teaching qualification and participating in continuous industrial CPD to stay at the forefront of the hospitality sector.

About You

• You will have practical knowledge of: Restaurant and customer service delivery, Bar and beverage service, including coffee, Event and function delivery, Food preparation and basic cooking skills, Kitchen workflow and effective communication at the pass, Food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Hands-on experience across hospitality environments, including restaurant, bar, coffee, events, and/or kitchen settings, with confidence maintaining high standards during service.
• Experience in a supervisory or management role, with the ability to coach and develop others, and can translate these skills to support young people and diverse learners.
• Have understanding of, or are willing to develop your understanding of, SEND and inclusive practice, adapting your approach to meet individual needs.
• Hold relevant hospitality qualifications and have strong communication, organisational, and numeracy skills to effectively mentor learners in both practical and classroom settings.
• You may already hold a teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one, and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Be a flexible, collaborative team player with high standards and attention to detail, contributing to quality assurance and delivering an industry-relevant, high-quality student experience.

Benefits

• Annual leave: Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays; Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme.
• CPD opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days. Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us

Harrogate College has excellent facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. We are working towards becoming a recognised centre of green excellence which is supported through our sustainability pledge to become a net zero college by 2035. We have recently been awarded £16m of government funding to transform our campus. The energy-efficient new building will include a workshop unit that provides large scale facilities aligned to industry needs including advanced manufacturing, low carbon construction, retrofit, sustainable energy and bioeconomy, health science and hospitality. This will complement the college’s existing tech centre which is home to its motor vehicle, electrical, joinery and welding workshops. Choosing to work for Harrogate College means that you will be part of a nurturing, inclusive and progressive learning environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Harrogate College.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

We recognise, value and champion diversity.