Independent Living Skills Instructor

Company: Vision for Education Ltd
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Location: Walsall
Job Description:

Food Technology & Independent Living Skills Instructor (Full Time, Temporary to Permanent)

Mary Elliot Academy

Walsall, WS2 7NR

£100 – £120 per day (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

September 2026 – Ongoing

Job Summary

A Food Technology & Independent Living Skills Instructor is required to deliver practical Food Technology and life skills lessons within a specialist SEND school in Walsall. This long-term opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for candidates from catering, hospitality, education or vocational training backgrounds.

The School and Role

Mary Elliot Academy is a specialist SEND school supporting learners aged 11-18 with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties and autism. The school is seeking a Food Technology & Independent Living Skills Instructor to deliver engaging practical lessons that help pupils develop cooking, nutrition and everyday living skills. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will encourage independence and prepare learners for adulthood. This is a long-term role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

Requirements

  • Experience delivering Food Technology or practical learning
  • Background in catering, hospitality or vocational education desirable
  • Confidence leading practical lessons
  • Strong communication skills
  • A passion for supporting young people with SEND

What we offer

The benefits of the role include:

  • Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
  • Social and networking events.
  • Pension contributions.
  • CPD to help with your professional development.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant.

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Posted: July 8th, 2026