Job description

art-K is a private art education service which teaches children who love art! Using a wide range of mediums and techniques, the club aims to teach children a diverse range of artistic styles as well as 3D projects.

We’re looking to find passionate, motivated and friendly Workshop Leaders to join art-K's Walton Studio on a fixed term contract during the summer holidays to both lead and assist in workshops.

Job responsibilities

• Work in a fun, club environment with high teacher-student ratios where children are enthusiastic about art.
• Have face-to-face training on the summer workshop programme.
• Run workshops or, if the branch manager/part time teacher are in, assist running workshops.

Details

Class preparations will include, but not limited to:

• Laying out materials
• Talking through aims with assistants
• Sharpening pencils
• Washing paint brushes
• Cutting out templates
• Prepping materials
• Ad hoc other

Teaching the class will include, but is not limited to:

• Discussing techniques needed to complete a project with the students.
• Demoing the techniques when required.
• Keeping the students engaged on the project & providing alternatives when required.
• Ensuring the learning aims are achieved.
• Adhering to the safeguarding policy and maintaining the health and safety policies in the studio.
• Creating a safe, happy, nurturing environment for students to thrive in during their workshops with art-K.

Maintain the studio’s upkeep, which includes:

• Washing tables
• Hoovering/mopping the floor
• Cleaning the bathroom
• Maintaining hygiene for safe use of the space by students

Requirements

• Currently studying or have completed an art degree or equivalent skills
• Art skills in a range of mediums
• Experience teaching/ working with children
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Someone who lives within 30 minutes of the branch

Please apply with a cover letter and portfolio. Please visit our website at www.art-k.co.uk before applying.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: From £87.00 per day

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Walton-On-Thames: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Art Workshop Leader Walton