About the Role
art-K Putney is seeking a passionate, motivated, and friendly Workshop & Party Assistant for a fixed-term contract during the summer holidays. This role involves assisting Art Leaders with the Summer Workshop program and delivering art-K Parties, contributing to a fun and engaging art club environment for children and adults.
Responsibilities
- Assist running workshops and parties.
- Provide ad hoc cover, including leading workshops and parties.
- Prepare and set up materials for workshops.
- Communicate project techniques and aims to students.
- Demonstrate art techniques as needed.
- Keep students engaged and provide alternative approaches.
- Ensure learning aims are achieved.
- Adhere to safeguarding, health, and safety policies.
- Create a safe, happy, and nurturing environment.
- Assist in creating an ambient studio environment for parties.
- Set up music for parties.
- Prepare party projects according to requests.
- Support children in completing art projects, encouraging creativity.
- Assist the Party leader with breaks or mini dance parties.
- Maintain high cleanliness standards in the studio, including washing tables, vacuuming/mopping, and cleaning bathrooms.
- Maintain hygiene for safe use of the space.
Requirements
- Currently studying or have completed an art degree or equivalent skills.
- Possess art skills in a range of mediums.
- Experience teaching or working with children.
- Maintain a positive and proactive attitude.
- Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate to art-K Putney.
- Embrace a growth mindset and be open to giving and receiving feedback.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
- Satisfactory completion of all pre-appointment checks.
Skills
- Art skills in a range of mediums
- Teaching/working with children
- Communication
- Engagement
- Safeguarding
- Health and Safety
- Studio Upkeep
- Hygiene Maintenance
Location
- 39 Felsham Rd, London SW15 1AZ
Work Type
- Fixed term contract
- Summer holidays
- Part-time
Experience Level
- 1 year teaching experience (preferred)
Education Level
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
- Art degree or equivalent skills
Salary/Compensations
- £8.79 - £13.64 per hour (depending on age)
- Party Assistant rate: £10.99 - £17.05 (depending on age)
Benefits
- Casual dress
- 24/7 access to mental health support with BUPA
About the Company
- art-K Putney is an art club for children aged 6 to 18 and adults.
- The club uses a wide range of mediums and techniques to teach diverse artistic styles and 3D projects.
- The organization is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
