SEN Lecturer

Bakery/Pastry Lecturer (FE) University College Birmingham (UCB) Start Date: 2nd November 2026 Duration: Until at least 16th December 2026 (or until a permanent post holder starts) Total hours - 17.5 teaching hours + 5 admin hours = 22.5 hours per week (Timetable below) Pay Rates: £22.00 per hour (non-teaching qualified industry professionals) Up to £27.00 per hour (qualified lecturers) £14.23 per hour for administration time Are you an experienced Chef/ Baker looking to inspire the next generation of industry professionals? We are seeking a Bakery/ Pastry Lecturer to join a Further Education provision on a temporary basis, delivering practical and theory-based bakery sessions to Level 2 learners . This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced FE Lecturer or a skilled bakery professional looking to transition into teaching. Teaching Areas You will deliver a range of engaging practical and theoretical sessions, including: Bread Making Cake Decoration Confectionery Bakery Theory Student Functional Skills support Timetable Monday 8:00am - 12:00pm: Bread Practical 1:00pm - 2:00pm: Theory 2:00pm - 3:30pm: Functional Skills Support Tuesday 1:00pm - 4:00pm: Cake Decoration Thursday 8:00am - 12:00pm: Confectionery Practical Friday 8:00am - 12:00pm: Confectionery Practical Hours: 17.5 teaching hours per week, plus 5 hours administration time. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who has: A minimum Level 3 qualification in Bakery, Patisserie, Confectionery, Professional Cookery, or a related subject Strong practical experience in bread making, cake decoration, and confectionery A passion for sharing industry knowledge with learners Excellent communication and organisational skills A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS, Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training, etc.) is highly desirable. However, applications are also welcomed from experienced industry professionals who are keen to move into teaching. What We Offer Competitive hourly rates Opportunity to gain or develop FE teaching experience Supportive educational environment Chance to make a real impact on learners starting their careers in the bakery industry If this sounds like you or something you could be interested in; Hit apply now to speak with one of the consultants!