Art Teacher (part-time)

Cygnets Art School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Job summary

An art education provider in London seeks a passionate, part-time freelance teacher to conduct art classes for children aged 5 and above. The role offers flexibility, materials provided, and aims to fit around other commitments. Ideal candidates will have strong artistic skills and a genuine enthusiasm for working with children. Training will be available, and the pay is £35 per hour for teaching sessions.

Qualifications

• Strong core artistic skills in a variety of mediums.
• A passion for working with children.
• Excellent reliability, time-keeping, and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes to children aged 5+ in various locations.
• Assist with local marketing tasks when required.
• Participate in training by assisting with classes.

Skills

Core artistic skills

Ability to work with children

Reliability

Time-keeping

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Cygnets Art School are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and reliable part-time, freelance teacher to run our classes. This role is suitable for someone who can fit around other commitments.

Cygnets is a fine art school franchise for children, with 60+ locations in the UK. We teach traditional drawing, painting and sculpture, with experienced teachers and professional-quality materials. Classes run for ages 5+ after school and weekends during term time, as well as every half term and school holidays.

The successful candidate will teach all classes (term time and holiday) at locations in Putney and surrounding areas, for groups of up to sixteen students (assistants are provided for larger classes). You may also assist with local marketing tasks when required, such as flyering local schools and businesses.

Teachers are provided with all materials and a curriculum, including step-by-step videos for each project. This role suits a creative individual with a passion for teaching who is seeking well-paid, flexible work in the artistic industry with minimal hours to fit around other commitments.

Term Time Hours

Starting September – December 2025; ongoing each term (10 weeks per term, 3 terms per year).

Holiday Hours

Starting October 2025; Mondays and Tuesdays 10:30am–2:00pm. Ongoing each half term (3 weeks per year), Easter holiday (2 weeks per year), and Summer holiday (5 weeks per year).

Training Hours

The successful candidate will ideally be available to train by assisting with classes.

Pay

£35 per hour. This rate is paid for the length of the class and includes preparation, setup and cleanup time. Example: a 1-hour class from 3:30–4:30pm is paid at £35.

Potential additional hours and income from private tuition/events/other classes.

Necessary Requirements

• Strong core artistic skills in a variety of mediums
• A passion for working with children
• Excellent reliability, time-keeping and organisation

Ideal Additional Requirements

• Teaching experience
• Knowledge of the local area and connection to local schools

Seniorities & Employment

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education