Cookery Hobby Instructor

Cookery Hobby Instructor

Port Regis is one of the country’s leading co-educational day and boarding schools for children aged two to
thirteen. A school in which tradition and innovation have gone hand in hand for more than a century, we
provide a thoughtful, rounded education that enables children to thrive. This education goes well beyond
our beautiful buildings and outstanding facilities – it is rooted in our culture and values.

Role Profile

This  is  an  exciting  opportunity  for  an  inspirational  and  passionate  cook/teacher  to  join  our  team  as  a
Cookery Hobby Instructor.

As a Cookery Hobby Instructor you will be responsible for the hobby teaching allocated to you ensuring
that an appropriate programme is prepared and delivered for each age group of children that you teach.

This role is term time only and delivered as part of the after school extra-curricular programme.

Applications are invited from candidates who are forward-thinking and big-hearted, who model great drive
and enthusiasm and have an interest in food and nutrition and can cook to a professional standard.

Remuneration and Benefits

The successful candidate(s) can expect:

•  Competitive salary, pension and holiday benefits.
•  Professional Development Support and Opportunities
•  Free car parking
•  Complimentary use of the School’s staff gym and sports centre.
•  A beautiful setting in which to work
•  To join a delightful team and exceptional working environment.

Start Date

01 September 2026

Job Description

Reports to: Head of Data Systems

Particular Tasks & Responsibilities:

•  Designing an appropriate programme for each age group for each term taking into consideration all

dietary that may be present

•  Planning, budgeting and ordering ingredients for each session
•  Supervising the children throughout each session
•  Ensuring that the kitchen and equipment are cleaned at the end of each day
•  Complete hobby registers on SOCS and

Safeguarding

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All Port Regis staff are responsible for safeguarding the School’s children and must comply with the
School’s safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.

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The job description is a general outline of the role’s duties and responsibilities and may be amended
as the School develops and the role grows. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties
as reasonably required from time to time.
The post holder will be required to adhere to the School’s policies and procedures as issued from time
to time and available on the School’s compliance system, iAMCompliant.

Comply with statutory requirements for example the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Data
Protection  Act  and  School  policies  and  procedures  in  this  regard  including  carrying  out  and
implementing risk assessments as required.

Adhere to the school’s training requirements.

•  Maintain  positive  and  effective  communication  with  all  members  of  the  Port  Regis  community
including pupils, staff, parents and Old Port Regians (OPRs); external users; the local community;
and outside agencies.

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Ensure the reflection of Port Regis’ values in all communications.

Person specification

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A commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children
Enthusiastic about the education of young people.
Ability to use own initiative and act as a good role model.
Have a passion for cooling for all age and ability groups and/or interest in extracurricular activities.
Understanding off
Have a caring and sensitive approach to the needs of all pupils.
Cheerful and willing with a flexible and ‘can do’ attitude.
Ability to carry out instructions reliably and efficiently.
Demonstrable leadership skills.
Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
IT proficient
The ability to work under pressure
Strong team player who can develop effective working relationships
Diplomacy and integrity
Patience and a sense of humour
Flexible and calm under pressure

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Professional cookery qualification
Teaching qualification

Application Procedure

If you feel you can meet the requirements of the post, I would be delighted to hear from you.  Please complete
the application form linked with this advert on our website Work With Us | Port Regis and send it, along
with  a  covering  letter,  to  Clair  Beaty-Pownall  at  peopleteam@portregis.com  or  via  post  to  Port  Regis,
Motcombe Park, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 9QA at your earliest convenience and to arrive before 12.00 on
24th April 2026.  Please read the Safer Recruitment Pack, Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy and Code
of Conduct Policy in conjunction with your application.

Diversity and Inclusion

Port Regis is committed to  equality, diversity and inclusion.  We encourage applications from a diverse
range of suitably qualified candidates, including candidates wishing to work flexibly or requiring reasonable
adjustments.

Safeguarding

Port Regis School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Applicants  must  undergo  child  protection  screening,  including  checks  with  past  employers  and  the
Disclosure and Barring Service.