Art-K Dorking is an art club for children aged 6 to 18 and adults based in Dorking. 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 a passionate, motivated and friendly Workshop & Party Assistant to join art-K on a fixed term contract from 21/07/2025 - 29/08/2025, during the summer holidays. This role includes assisting Art Leaders during delivery of the Summer Workshop programme and delivering art-K Parties.
Job Responsibilities
* Work in a fun, club environment with high teacher-student ratios where children are enthusiastic about art.
* Assist running workshops and parties.
* Ad hoc cover - leading workshops, parties.
Details:
Workshops:
As a Workshop Assistant, you play a crucial role in ensuring the success of each workshop session as well as the pre-workshop set up & tidy up.
Workshop preparations/assisting will include, but not limited to:
* Laying out materials.
* Talking through aims with the teachers/leaders.
* Sharpening pencils.
* Washing paint brushes.
* Cutting out templates.
* Prepping materials.
* 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.
* Ad hoc cover - leading workshops.
* Ad hoc other.
Parties:
As a Party Assistant, you play a crucial role in ensuring the success of each 2-hour party session as well as the pre-party set up & tidy up.
Studio Setup and Ambience:
* Assisting the Party leader in creating an ambient studio environment for the party.
* Setting the music up.
* Preparing the projects in alignment with the birthday person’s requests.
Art Workshop:
* Assist the Party leader with the art workshops for party-goers.
* Foster a positive and encouraging environment, sparking creativity and experimentation among attendees.
Teaching and Encouragement:
* Support children to complete their art projects, offering guidance, and encouraging them to explore their creativity whilst having fun.
* Support the Party leader with a shake break or mini dance party midway through the workshop.
Maintain the studio’s upkeep, which includes:
* Maintain high cleanliness standards by tidying up the studio after each class, leaving a welcoming space for the next session.
* 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.
Benefits:
* Casual dress.
* 24/7 access to mental health support with BUPA.
Salary: £8.30 - £13.10 per hour (depending on age)
If you are scheduled to assist at a party, you will receive the Party Assistant rate for that 3.50h session: Party Assistant rate: £10.38 - £16.38 (depending on age)
11 hours per week, schedule to be confirmed closer to the start date.
Ability to commute/relocate:
* art-K Dorking: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (required).
Experience:
* Teaching: 1 year (preferred).
Work Location: 14 St Martin's Walk Shopping Centre, Dorking RH4 1UT
Please apply with a CV and portfolio. Please visit our website at www.art-k.co.uk before applying. #J-18808-Ljbffr