Art Teacher & Art Club Manager, art-K Newcastle

art-K Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading art education service in Newcastle is seeking a Club Manager to oversee studio operations, teach engaging art classes, and mentor a team. The ideal candidate will hold an art degree and have experience working with children. This full-time position offers a salary of £25,450 - £31,335.21 per annum, with numerous benefits including mental health support and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

24/7 mental health support

Health insurance after probation

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Company funded external training

Opportunity to start an art-K Franchise

Annual leave scheme linked to service

Contributions to NEST pension

Enhanced sick pay after probation

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational or creative setting.
• Strong communication skills to engage with students and parents.
• Proactive attitude with ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Teach children in a fun environment with high teacher-student ratios.
• Deliver engaging, skill-based art programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Manage studio operations and track growth and customer service standards.

Skills

Artistic skills

Communication

Empathy

Motivational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Art degree or equivalent experience

Job description

art-K is the UK’s largest private art education service, delivering fun, skill-based classes to over 7,500 children each week. Our programme helps develop artistic skills, build confidence, and support mental well-being through inspiring projects taught by passionate educators.

At our Newcastle branch, the Club Manager is responsible for running the studio, with time split across teaching (50%), class preparation (25%), and administration and promotion (25%). Full training is provided in our teaching methods, with ongoing support from our central team and a national network of art teachers.

Working Hours & Schedule

• Term Time: 40 hours per week on the following schedule:
  • Tuesday: 13:30 - 21:30
  • Wednesday: 12:00 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 18:00
  • Friday: 10:00 - 18:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
• School Holidays (14 weeks/year): Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.

Salary: £25450.00 - £31335.21 per annum. Fixed salary weighted based on experience, which will increase as the studio grows. Promotional opportunities are available every term.

Start of the Role: 05/01/2026. Please note that we will only consider candidates who are available to work the full schedule and are able to start on the specified start date.

Job Responsibilities

Teaching & Child Development

• Teach children who love art in a fun environment with high teacher‑student ratios.
• Deliver engaging, skill‑based art programmes tailored to individual student needs during term time, and deliver a fun, interactive holiday art programme.
• Continuously evaluate and monitor student progress, preparing personalised learning plans.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for students to flourish.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students and parents, providing regular progress updates.

Training & Professional Development

• Participate in a two‑year training programme covering teaching methods, art techniques, child development and business administration. Additional training opportunities are available bespoke to your requirements. Continuously develop artistic and teaching skills to enhance class delivery.

Studio Management

• Manage studio operations, including ordering and managing art materials.
• Manage, motivate, and mentor the studio team, delegating tasks and alignment with the studio goals.
• Track the studio’s growth, retention, and customer service standards to uphold the standards of the art‑K brand.
• Foster connections with the local community and resource/coordinate events with your studio team to promote your studio.
• Utilise the booking system to comply with GDPR to manage customer enquiries.
• Follow child safeguarding and H&S policies at all times.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds an art degree or equivalent experience across a range of artistic mediums.
• Has experience teaching or working with children in an educational or creative setting.
• Possesses strong communication skills, including the ability to empathise with others, to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Exhibits a positive, proactive attitude and works well both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• 24/7 access to mental health support with BUPA.
• Blue Light Card Benefit
• Health insurance through Vitality (following probation).
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay (following 1 year continuous service).
• Support through HEKA.
• Company funded external training after 2 years of service.
• At the end of 5 years the opportunity to start an art‑K Franchise without any upfront fees to art‑K (valued at £10,000).
• Scheme to earn more days of annual leave, linked to length of service (starting after 1 year).
• 3x Salary Death in Service insurance, one‑time payment paid to a designated individual.
• Contributions made to NEST pension.

Sick Pay: Following probation, enhanced sick pay policy; 3 weeks full pay in any 12 month period.

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.

Location: 197 Sandyford Road & 3 Goldspink Lane, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 1NP

How to Apply

Submit your CV with a traditional art portfolio (PDF or online link) of your tonal drawings and paintings demonstrating perspective, form, and techniques.

Instead of a cover letter, answer in a separate file or cover letter section

• Who did you enjoy working with?
• Who did you look up to in your last job and why?
• What are you passionate about?