Lecturer in Catering

Lecturer in Catering

Hull | 17.5 hours per week | 52 weeks per year

£26,772- £40,052FTE per annum (Actual Salary £13,386 - £20,026)

25 days annual leave (42 days FTE)+ Christmas closure

About the Role

As our Lecturer in Catering, you will inspire and support learners across a range of catering programmes, helping them develop the practical kitchen skills, technical knowledge and professional standards needed to succeed in the hospitality and catering industry.

You will deliver engaging, hands‑on teaching that reflects current industry practice, supporting learners to build confidence in areas such as food preparation, cookery, kitchen operations and food safety, while contributing to the ongoing development of the curriculum.

Why Join Hull College?

At Hull College, we are committed to delivering exceptional education and training that transforms lives. As a Lecturer in Catering, you will join a values–driven organisation where quality, collaboration and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything we do.

You will play a vital role in shaping outstanding teaching, learning and assessment across the College, supporting staff to be the very best they can be and ensuring our learners receive an exceptional experience.

Competitive Rewards & Work–Life Balance

• 42 days FTE annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days
• Generous pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities, where appropriate

Professional Growth & Development

• Strong commitment to CPD, training and leadership development
• Opportunities to shape new curriculum provision and influence strategic direction
• Access to professional memberships, industry networks and specialist development

Wellbeing & Support

• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A supportive, collaborative leadership culture
• On–site wellbeing, pastoral and inclusion support teams

Staff Benefits & Perks

• Free on–site parking
• On–site facilities including caféand restaurant
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Staff discounts via our internal benefits platform

Make a Real Impact

As Lecturer in Catering, you will work closely with curriculum leaders, teachers and senior leaders to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment. You will support, challenge and coach staff, ensuring high expectations are embedded and that quality processes deliver meaningful impact for learners.

You will:

• Prepare teaching materials, equipment and resources for student activities and project work. To include planning and online materials
• Deliver high quality learning experiences which enable learners to develop in their learning of academic skills
• Support the development of learners’ mastery of skills and knowledge through delivery of contextualised vocational sessions and reinforcement of learning through practice of skills
• Measure learner progress through a range of assessments and through providing feedback
• Assist with learners across all programmes to include apprenticeship delivery, including completion of tracking and other records linked to programme requirement
• Maintain academic records including registers, records of work and any other records which may be required from time to time
• Distribute equipment, tools and materials to authorised staff and students if required.
• Provide a high quality, professional image and environment as directed by the Head of Institute
• Ensure all display work is up to date, of a high quality and represents the students within the current area
• Assist in the efficient running of the area by being aware of the duties performed by other members of the team and to help if requested
• Assist in the running of HU1 Riverside to include sessions that will support the development of skills linked to realistic working environments

About You

You will be an experienced and credible education professional with:

• Subject specialism (minimum Level 3/4)
• Cert. Ed/PGCE or willingness to work towards
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Experience of working in an academic setting and working with learners to support their needs
• Knowledge of the specialist sector
• Organisational, administrative and time management skills
• Ability to use own initiative to develop and improve the service within the constraints of the College policy and procedures

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about Lecturer in Catering, people development and delivering outstanding learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of our safeguarding strategy and values.

This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and is subject to regulated activity.

Please note: This vacancy may close early depending on the volume of applications received. Early application is advised.