Kitchen Tutor

Love helping people learn Enjoy preparing nutritious food Bring both passions to a role where you can make a difference every day. Were looking for a compassionate skilled and motivated Tutor & Daycare Centre Cook to join our regulated day-care setting supporting individuals with a range of disabilities.

This rewarding dual role combines creative inclusive teaching with preparing nutritious daily lunches.

Youll help people develop practical skills explore healthy eating and build confidence in a safe welcoming and stimulating environment.

Whether youre delivering an engaging session or supporting someone to take part in food preparation your work will promote independence wellbeing and personal development.

Youll plan deliver and evaluate educational and enrichment sessions that reflect each persons interests abilities and goals. Using a flexible inclusive approach youll adapt learning to different needs and communication styles helping everyone participate.

Alongside your teaching responsibilities youll prepare daily lunches that meet individual dietary requirements maintain high kitchen hygiene standards and help clients understand healthy meals and positive food choices.

Youll use appropriate tools and strategies to encourage engagement maintain accurate records and contribute to clients overall wellbeing.

At Inspiring Support & New Skill Centre we help people live happy independent and meaningful lives. Our dedicated team provides person-centred support helping individuals build confidence develop skills and achieve their goals at home and in the community.

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We are committed to supporting developing and valuing our staff providing the tools training and encouragement needed to thrive.

Youll join a positive inclusive workplace where every team member is respected empowered and able to make a meaningful contribution. Together we help people maximise their independence and lead fulfilling lives.

• Be There We are present attentive and compassionate.
• Play We bring positivity creativity and energy.
• Make Their Day We go above and beyond to make a positive difference.
• Choose Your Attitude We act with professionalism and integrity.

• Plan and deliver varied sessions tailored to clients interests abilities and goals.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to individual learning styles and communication needs.
• Use visual aids assistive technology simplified language and other communication tools to make learning clear and accessible.
• Encourage active participation independence and confidence.
• Incorporate practical life skills including food preparation and healthy living awareness.

• Develop positive relationships with clients to understand their preferences strengths and support needs.
• Adapt sessions in response to client feedback and observed progress.
• Help clients understand healthy eating balanced diets and safe food practices.
• Work with care staff to integrate learning into daily routines and support plans.

• Plan prepare and cook daily lunches for clients.
• Ensure meals meet individual needs and dietary requirements.
• Maintain high kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
• Follow food safety legislation and best practice guidelines.
• Monitor stock levels and support ordering when required.
• Encourage client involvement in food preparation where appropriate.

• Keep accurate records of session plans attendance progress and outcomes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of sessions and adjust delivery accordingly.
• Ensure documentation meets internal standards and Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements.
• Follow safeguarding health and safety and food hygiene requirements.

• Work closely with the Daycare Centre Manager and colleagues to align learning activities with care goals.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to service development and improvement.
• Support the wider team in creating a safe inclusive and stimulating environment.

• Experience teaching tutoring or facilitating learning for individuals with disabilities.
• Experience preparing meals in a professional setting.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or above.
• Knowledge of food hygiene standards and safe kitchen practices.
• The ability to adapt learning and use varied communication tools effectively.
• Strong planning organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to person-centred support and inclusive education.

• A relevant teaching or training qualification.
• Experience in a health and social care or regulated setting.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and safeguarding principles.

Youll report directly to the Daycare Centre Manager and work collaboratively with support workers and other tutors. Youll also engage with clients families and external professionals as needed.

Monday to Friday 8.00am5.00pm42.5 contracted hours per week with additional hours as required.

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do and is a shared responsibility across our organisation. We are committed to a culture where people feel safe respected listened to and empowered.

Concerns are taken seriously acted upon promptly and managed professionally. Safeguarding is a fundamental part of who we are and how we work every day.

Wed love to hear from you. Send your CV and cover letter to by 23rd October 2026.

To find out more call Claire or Brooke on option 7. Wed be happy to talk with you about this opportunity.

Pre-employment checks

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check including a check of the Adults Barred List. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from the regulated activity this role involves.

Equal opportunities and accessibility

Inspiring Support is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees including disabled applicants and employees. As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment where required.

Visa sponsorship

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the appropriate right to work in the UK for the hours offered. This role may be suitable for individuals who already have the right to work and are seeking additional hours alongside their existing employment or other commitments.

Relocation

We are unable to offer relocation assistance or relocation packages for this position. Applicants must make their own arrangements to live and work within a reasonable travelling distance of the role.