Arts & Crafts Instructor

THE DISABILITIES TRUST; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization is seeking an enthusiastic individual to manage arts and crafts for children. Responsibilities include setting up activities, ensuring safety, and actively supervising children throughout the day. Candidates must be 18 or older, eligible to work in the UK, and obtain an enhanced DBS check. This role promises a rewarding experience in fostering creativity and a supportive environment for children.

Qualifications

• Be aged 18 or over by the start date of your contract.
• Be eligible to work in the UK.
• Provide satisfactory professional/academic references.
• Obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain arts & crafts area for children.
• Use resources to deliver safe creative activities.
• Encourage maximum participation of the children.
• Ensure safety and supervise children actively.
• Report any child protection concerns.

Skills

Experience in arts and crafts

Excellent communication skills

Ability to use initiative

Job description

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain your arts & crafts area so that it is suitable and inviting for the children – keeping your work area tidy and resources regularly stocked.
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure the children in your care have fun in a safe environment.
• Use the resources available to plan and deliver a wide variety of exciting and safe creative activities that are age‑relevant.
• Provide safety instructions and demonstrations of equipment whilst ensuring these are adhered to.
• Work alongside other staff members who may assist with your sessions.
• Take responsibility for general welfare and safeguarding.
• Ensure that the needs of the children in your care are met with active supervision and attention throughout the day, including breaks and lunch times.
• Creating prototypes to display.
• Encourage maximum participation of the children in the group.
• Deliver & oversee the Discovery Squad skills builder, ensuring resources and equipment are utilised fully in accordance with the manual.
• Attend a Virtual Assessment Event if you’re new to Barracudas (See Staffroom for dates).
• Complete online training annually.
• Attend induction training day ahead of your first working season (this will most likely take place within the seven‑day period before your camp opens).
• Assist with pack‑up at the end of camp and ensure that the company fulfils all its health and safety obligations by carefully following instructions and showing a proactive and diligent approach to all safety issues.
• Any activities that you organise and deliver must be appropriate for the children in your care within the scope of your qualifications, skills and knowledge.
• Encourage the children to take part in new activities and ensure the activity programme is as directed on the timetable.
• Ensure the children under your supervision behave in a safe manner. Always know their whereabouts, respect them as individuals and communicate with them daily about codes of behaviour.
• Follow all camp systems, including registration and collection procedures, health and safety systems and all guidelines on good practice in child welfare while supporting your colleagues to do the same.
• Be a positive role model to the children in your care by promoting a healthy lifestyle, good hygiene precautions and always considering their welfare.
• Report any concerns regarding child protection to your senior team or a designated person at the central office.
• Make reasonable adjustments to accommodate and understand the requirements of children in your group who may have additional needs (including dietary needs) or a medical condition.
• Deliver skills builder sessions when required.
• Support a swimming session if required – you’ll need to bring swimwear and a spare t‑shirt will be available at camp.
• The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and its overall business objectives.

Qualifications

• Have experience in arts and crafts.
• Be aged 18 or over by the start date of your contract.
• Be eligible to work in the UK.
• Provide satisfactory professional/academic references.
• Be enthusiastic, caring and organised with excellent communication skills and be able to use your initiative.
• Obtain an enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or have an existing enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

About the Employer

Barracudas are committed to equal opportunities in employment and this post does require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.