art-K
Party Assistant (Self-Employed)
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About the Role
art-K, a leading private art education service, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Self-Employed Party Assistants for its arty birthday parties during weekends. With a vibrant network of 8000 weekly students, art-K is expanding its offerings to provide unique and creative birthday experiences. In the last few months art-K has delivered over 100 parties and expects this to continue growing in 2025.
Responsibilities
As a Self-Employed Party Assistant, you play a crucial role in ensuring the success of each 2-hour birthday party session as well as the pre-party set up & tidy up. Your responsibilities include:
- 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.
- Clean-up: Maintain high cleanliness standards by tidying up the studio after each class, leaving a welcoming space for the next session.
- 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.
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Requirements
- Working towards art A level, Foundation or Art degree
- Sufficient knowledge in various art mediums, including watercolour, acrylics, and air-dried clay.
- Experience working with children from Year 1 (aged 5-6) and upwards (desired).
- Positive, proactive, and customer-service-oriented attitude.
Qualifications
- Art A level and Foundation (desired).
- DBS check (cost covered by the self-employed person, facilitated by art-K).
How to Apply
If you are passionate about art and creating memorable experiences, please submit a cover letter and portfolio showcasing your artistic capabilities. Explore www.art-k.co.uk for a deeper understanding of our values and party offering.
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Rate
£10.99 - £17.05 per hour depending on candidate’s age (1 hour studio setup, 2 hours party, 30’ clean up)
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
Benefits
- Casual dress
Experience
- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location
In person
The Organisation
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.
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