Teaching Assistant - Cardiff

Job Title: Cooking Workshop Team Leader (Children's Programmes)
Location: Cardiff (various school and community venues)
Hours: Flexible / Part-time (weekday school hours, after-school clubs, occasional Saturday mornings)

About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Team Leader to deliver engaging, hands-on cooking workshops for children across Cardiff. This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and is passionate about food, nutrition, and education.

You will lead interactive sessions in primary schools during the day, run after-school clubs, and occasionally deliver weekend workshops. Each session is designed to be fun, educational, and inspiring-helping children build confidence in the kitchen while learning valuable life skills.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver cooking workshops for groups of children (typically primary school age)
Travel to different schools and venues across Cardiff
Plan and prepare sessions using provided resources and recipes
Ensure a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
Manage group behaviour confidently and positively
Set up and pack down equipment and ingredients
Deliver after-school clubs and Saturday morning sessions

What We're Looking For

Experience working with children (teaching, coaching, youth work, or similar)
Confidence leading groups independently
A passion for cooking and healthy eating
Strong organisational and communication skills
A flexible and positive attitude
Ability to travel within Cardiff

Desirable (but not essential)

Food hygiene certificate
DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
Experience delivering workshops or classes

What We Offer

Flexible working hours to fit around your schedule
Varied and enjoyable work in a supportive environment
Opportunity to make a real impact on children's skills and confidence
Training and session resources provided

If you're energetic, creative, and love working with children, we'd love to hear from you!

To Apply:
Please send your CV to

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks