Barista and Hospitality Teacher

Many of the young people you’ll work with at Feltham have had a tough start in life. School didn’t work out. Home life was chaotic. Opportunities were limited — or never came at all.But they’re still young. And with the right support, they can build confidence, learn skills, and take pride in something real.That’s where you come in.We’re looking for a qualified vocational teacher (PGCE / QTS / QTLS) to deliver barista and hospitality training to young people aged 15–18 inside HMYOI Feltham.This is a practical, skills-based role — teaching young learners how to make coffee, serve customers, run a café-style learning space, and build confidence for life after custody. You’ll help them gain real, transferable skills in a way that’s engaging and meaningful.The role:

• Up to 23 teaching hours per week? 3.5 hrs AM + 2 hrs PM (Mon–Thurs)? 3 hrs on Fridays, with a 1pm finish
• Non-contact time and PPA are built in
• Small class sizes, plus scope for 1:1 or outreach work

What makes this role different:Your classroom is a café-style training space, designed to reflect real-world hospitality settings. You’ll be teaching everything from making cappuccinos to teamwork, customer service, and taking pride in a job well done.Many of the boys here haven’t succeeded in school — but they thrive with hands-on learning. You’ll need to be calm, patient, and resilient, with a good sense of humour and a strong belief in second chances.The prison is secure, well-managed, and supportive. There’s an Ops Manager on your corridor and a quick response system if needed, with experienced support staff on hand.What you’ll need:

• A Level 5+ teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, or QTLS)
• Experience in hospitality, catering, or barista training
• A practical, encouraging approach to working with disengaged learners
• Strong behaviour management and a steady, supportive presence

Benefits:

• 40 days holiday (35 fixed + 5 flexible)
• Matched pension (4–6%) and life assurance (3x salary)
• Healthcare cash plan
• Organisational sick pay
• A chance to teach real skills that stick and make a genuine difference

How to apply:Please apply via this advert. We aim to respond to every application. If you haven’t heard back within 72 hours, complete the “Send Us A Message” form on the Red 5 People website — we guarantee a real person will respond.Prefer to chat? Call the office and ask for Lawrence (you’ll find the number on our website).