Art Studio Manager & Teacher, art-K Sheffield

Art-K Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £34k

Training & mentoring

Salary reviews 3x/yr

Career progression

Franchise opportunity

Collaborative network

Job summary

art-K Sheffield is seeking an Art Studio Manager & Teacher to lead the creative studio, inspire young artists and strengthen our local community presence. You will guide a team of teachers, deliver engaging classes, and foster family involvement.

The role offers a supportive environment with structured salary reviews and opportunities for career progression within a growing arts education network.

Qualifications

• A degree in Fine Art, Art & Design, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience teaching or working with children.
• Strong practical art skills across media such as painting, drawing, clay and sculpture.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the confidence to lead a team.
• Proactive, community-minded approach and passion for helping children thrive.
• Experience managing and leading a team and business in a creative environment.
• Commercial and marketing acumen.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging art classes using our specialist curriculum.
• Motivate and support your team of art teachers and assistants.
• Promote classes and holiday workshops through local schools, events, social media and community partnerships.
• Build strong relationships with parents and celebrate students’ progress.
• Manage daily operations and help your studio reach its full potential.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Art skills

Community outreach

Marketing acumen

Education

Fine Art / Art & Design degree

Job description

Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum | Full-time | Permanent

Turn your passion for art into a career that inspires the next generation!

Are you a talented artist who loves working with children? Do you have the creativity, leadership skills and ambition to build a thriving community around art?

At art-K Sheffield, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Art Studio Manager & Teacher to lead our creative studio, inspire young artists and help grow our presence in the local community.

With over 8,500 students attending art-K classes every week, you’ll be joining a growing, supportive organisation where creativity, confidence and artistic development come first.

What you’ll be doing

• Inspire young artists: Deliver engaging art classes using our specialist curriculum, helping children develop their skills, creativity and confidence.

• Lead your studio: Motivate and support your team of art teachers and assistants, creating a welcoming, well-organised environment.

• Build community connections: Promote classes and holiday workshops through local schools, events, social media and community partnerships.

• Create brilliant family experiences: Build strong relationships with parents, celebrate students’ progress and encourage long-term engagement.

• Drive studio growth: Manage daily operations, maintain high standards and help your studio reach its full potential.

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Fine Art, Art & Design, or equivalent practical experience.

• Experience teaching or working with children.

• Strong practical art skills across a range of media, such as painting, drawing, clay and sculpture.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the confidence to lead a team.

• A proactive, community-minded approach and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

• Experience in managing and leading a team and business in a creative environment

• Commercial and marketing acumen

Why join art-K?

• Earn up to £34,000 per year plus bonus.

• Receive comprehensive training, mentoring and support from our Creative Director and senior leadership team.

• Benefit from structured salary reviews three times a year.

• Access clear career progression into senior management and specialist roles.

• Explore the opportunity to launch your own art-K franchise with zero upfront franchise fees after five years of service, subject to approval.

• Become part of a collaborative network of artists and educators making a meaningful difference to children’s lives.