# Bakery Teacher**Do you love baking and have a passion for teaching? Would you like to use food-based learning to help autistic young people with complex needs grow and develop? Prior’s Court is looking for a Bakery Teacher to join our school and run learning sessions in our on-site bakery.**Please note: Due to our location, a holder of a full UK driving licence is essential for this role as we do not offer transport.**Apply now**| | || --- | --- || **Key job information:** | || **Wage:** | £23,732 - £46,940 + SEN allowance, depending on QTS and experience (fully qualified or unqualified teachers welcome to apply) || **Hours:** | 37.5 hours per week 40 weeks per year || **Contract type:** | Permanent, part time || **Closing date:** | 9 October 2026 || **Interviews:** | 3 November 2026 (on site) |Job description### The role of Bakery Teacher at Prior's CourtWe are looking to engage a Bakery Teacher to join us at Prior’s Court to work independently within our bakery and deliver engaging, food-based learning sessions within our school. The Bakery Teacher will deliver high-quality learning in an environment that supports young people to grow and develop, and will plan, deliver and evidence learning to help young people achieve individual progress in Prior’s Court’s Learning Framework across all Areas of Learning.This is a role where creativity, compassion, and resilience come together — and where your work genuinely changes lives.**Key responsibilities*** Follow long-term planning as agreed with the Learning Lead* Create and adapt short- and medium-term learning plans for groups of young people, including support for Extended Day activities* Meet regularly with the Learning Lead to feed back and work collaboratively to improve outcomes* Use, and help others to use, schedules, visual structure and communication systems to help young people understand and carry out tasks and activities successfully* Understand, and support others to understand and implement, young people’s This Is Me plans for areas of learning* Maintain regular contact with young people’s parents and other key stakeholders, sharing progress updates* Ensure relevant environments are functional learning spaces* Maintain a safe and supportive environment for young people, including monthly monitoring* Role model best practice and provide coaching and mentoring to a range of autism professionals**What we are looking for*** Qualified or unqualified teacher* Experience of teaching food-based learning to children or young people* Ability to write, follow and adapt long-term planning and assess outcomes for children and/or young people* Qualification in Food Hygiene* Knowledge of baking and bakery equipment (desirable)* Knowledge of autism and complex needs (desirable)For more information, please see the full job description.Apply now### Qualifications/experience* Qualified or unqualified teachers welcome – teaching qualification (or willingness to study for one) desirable.* Experience of teaching autistic children/young adults in an education environment, or of working within a special/complex needs education environment.* Experience of using a range of assessment tools relevant to the needs of autistic children/young adults with complex needs.* Effective working within Multi-Disciplinary Teams.* SEND qualification, TEACCH training and knowledge of the OFSTED Education Framework (desirable).### BenefitsWe know that our people are central to everything we do. That’s why we’re committed to recognising, supporting and rewarding our staff through a comprehensive and flexible benefits package. We offer a wide range of rewards designed to support your financial well-being, personal development, and work-life balance:* Pension scheme – 5% employer contribution and minimum 3% employee contribution (Teachers’ Pension if qualified)* Annual leave as per school holidays* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme – confidential advice, guidance and support whenever you need it* Life assurance – offering additional peace of mind* Flexible Benefits and Discount Platform – access savings and tailored offers* Health Cash Plan – available on a self-funded basis* Staff recognition – annual awards and ongoing appreciation schemes including Long Service Awards* Refer-a-friend scheme – earn financial rewards for successful referrals* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave package* Free flu vaccinations – available on-site each year* Cycle to Work scheme – save money on bikes and accessories* Electric Car Scheme – drive greener with tax-efficient leasingFind out more about the benefits we offer### How to applyRead through the application documents below, then complete a short online application form to apply. A member of the recruitment team will be in touch with you within three working days You can read about our application process in detail here.**Please note**: Once you've applied, you'll get an email with some follow-up questions. Please take a moment to answer them, otherwise we will not be able to process your application.Apply now| | || --- | --- || **Application links:** | || Job description | Application form || | | || --- | --- | --- || **Policies:** | | || Recruitment policy | Safeguarding statement | Equal opportunities statement || Documents to prove eligibility to work in the UK | | Job applicant privacy notice |### Contact us about this role**t:** 01635 247202 **e:** recruitment@priorscourt.org.uk*All positions at Prior's Court are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and receipt of the appropriate Right to Work documents. Prior’s Court Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.**Prior’s Court is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we actively seek and embrace differences in thinking, experience, ethnicity, age, gender, faith, personalities and styles.**The different skills, experiences and backgrounds our employees bring to their roles create a workforce as diverse and individual as the young people we support and makes Prior’s Court a special place to work.**We strive for an inclusive environment where employees feel safe, engaged and supported to make a difference.*Apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr
Bakery Teacher employer: Prior’s Court
At Prior's Court, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the contributions of our Maintenance Technicians. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and continuous improvement, providing ample opportunities for professional growth while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for the young people we serve. Located in a vibrant community, we offer competitive benefits and a meaningful role where your skills directly impact the lives of others.
