Job Description

art-K, a leading private art education service, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Self-Employed Party Leaders for its arty birthday parties during weekends. With a vibrant network of 8,000+ weekly students, art-K is expanding its offerings to provide unique and creative birthday experiences. Parties will take place at art-K Studios as well as external venues, giving you the opportunity to lead events in diverse environments.

Role: As a Self-Employed Party Leader, you play a crucial role in ensuring the success of each 3-hour birthday party session. Your responsibilities include:

Communication and Coordination: Engage with parents to coordinate and plan each event, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Studio Setup and Ambience: Take charge as Party Lead to set up the studio or external venue in advance, creating a visually appealing and energetic atmosphere.

Art Workshop Leadership: Lead engaging and inspiring art workshops for party-goers, catering to various age groups and skill levels.
Foster a positive and encouraging environment, sparking creativity and experimentation among attendees.

Materials Preparation: Take charge of mixing paints and preparing materials, ensuring everything is ready for the participants to dive into their artistic projects.

Teaching and Encouragement: Instruct children on completing their art projects, offering guidance, and encouraging them to explore their creativity while having fun.

Clean-up and Standards: Maintain high cleanliness standards by tidying up the studio after each class, leaving a welcoming space for the next session.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a second-year student in an Art-related university course.

• Strong proficiency in various art mediums, including watercolour, acrylics, and air-dried clay.

• Proven experience working with children from Year 1 (aged 5-6) and upwards.

• Positive, proactive, and customer-service-oriented attitude.

Qualifications:

• Art A level and Foundation.

• DBS check (cost covered by the self-employed person, facilitated by art-K).

Training Provided:

• Comprehensive project-based training to enhance your skills.

• Safeguarding and Health & Safety training to ensure a secure environment.

• Guidelines on what to deliver for the event and what to expect from parents.

art-K's Feedback Culture for Successful Applicants

At art-K, we place great value on continuous growth and development through constructive feedback given within the team. Once you become part of the team, you’ll receive regular constructive feedback designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your skills, and thrive in your role. You will also have the opportunity to share your feedback and help the team develop as well. We ask all team members to embrace a growth mindset, welcoming feedback as an opportunity to learn and also offering feedback to others. By doing so, we ensure everyone is equipped to achieve their potential and uphold the high standards that make our studios such inspiring places to work and learn.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about art, creating memorable experiences, and bringing energy and charisma to every party, submit a detailed cover letter and portfolio showcasing your artistic capabilities. Please apply to just one location and indicate in your cover letter if you can reach other locations. Explore www.art-k.co.uk to learn more about our values and offerings.

Please apply to just one location. Please write it in your cover letter if you can reach others.

Salary: The remuneration for the Party Leader role is set at £17 per hour.

Locations: We have studio locations in London, Leeds, Brighton, Bristol and the South East. To find your nearest studio, please check our website for a full list: https://www.art-k.co.uk/studio-classes/

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £20 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

The Organisation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers, and those contracted to work on our behalf to share this commitment. This commitment is underpinned by a rigorous and robust safer recruitment process. All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-appointment checks.