Casual Art Tutor

Edsential; Wales; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community interest company in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Casual Art Tutor to engage students through Outdoor Education courses. You will develop and deliver high-quality sessions that align with specific learning outcomes, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a qualification in Art Education, enjoys working outdoors, and possesses strong communication skills. This role offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive monthly pay

Retail and leisure discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Dedicated 24/7 wellbeing programmes

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Outdoor Education practices.
• Ability to engage students of all ages.
• Keen attention to detail and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality Outdoor Education courses.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Support student well-being during activities.
• Evaluate courses to meet customer goals.
• Lead evening activity sessions as required.

Skills

Qualified in Art Education or related field

Experience in delivering educational courses

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Strong organisational skills

Passionate about art and outdoor activities

Flexible and adaptable

Education

Qualified in Art Education

Job description

Job Title: Casual Art Tutor

Company: Edsential

Salary: £17.36 per hour

Location: Isle of Anglesey (Fixed Location)

Job Overview

Edsential is seeking a passionate and skilled Casual Art Tutor to deliver engaging Outdoor Education courses that inspire and develop students. In this role, you will utilise outdoor activities to meet the specific aims of our programmes while ensuring the safety and well‑being of all participants.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified in Art Education or a related field, with a strong understanding of Outdoor Education practices.


• Experience in delivering educational courses or workshops, preferably in an outdoor setting.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to engage students of all ages.


• Ability to work collaboratively with other tutors and staff to achieve common goals.


• Strong organisational skills, with a keen attention to detail and adherence to health and safety regulations.


• Passionate about art and outdoor activities, with a demonstrated commitment to student engagement and care.


• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high‑quality Outdoor Education courses aligned with specific learning outcomes.


• Ensure all equipment and materials are safe and compliant with health and safety standards.


• Support the well‑being of students during their stay at the Centre and while participating in various activities.


• Participate in the ongoing evaluation of courses, ensuring they meet customer goals and expectations.


• Lead evening activity sessions and occasional overnight expeditions as required.

The Centre

Conway Centres Anglesey have been welcoming groups of young people for Outdoor Education and Arts courses since 1969 and are now part of Edsential Residential. The Conway Centre has large grounds, woodland areas and access to the Menai Strait through a private dock, allowing a large portion of our sessions to be based onsite. It is located adjacent to the National Trust’s Plas Newydd House and has easy access to the coasts, mountains, rivers, and lakes of Snowdonia National Park and Anglesey AONB, which facilitates many off‑site opportunities. The Conway Centre can accommodate over four hundred young people and their accompanying staff all year round.

The Company

Edsential is a Community Interest Company, created and partially owned by Cheshire West and Chester and Wirral Council. The company’s remit is to directly reinvest any profits into improving services and supporting progress in schools within the community, to improve outcomes for children and young people. Edsential supports schools with Catering, Cleaning, Creative and Performing Arts, Governors, Health and Wellbeing, Music, Residential and Curriculum Support.

Edsential is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required during your induction. Applicants for posts will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant checks and enhanced DBS.

What benefits do you get in return?

• Competitive monthly pay


• Access to benefits including retail and leisure discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme, and salary sacrifice car.


• Support to prioritise your health and wellbeing with dedicated 24/7 wellbeing programmes and a wellbeing team.


• PPE


• A friendly and supportive team


• Ongoing training and development opportunities

The centre team are friendly, outgoing and inclusive. If you decide to become involved you will benefit from regular training, and support to gain further professional qualifications. The Conway Centre is an excellent location to continue developing your outdoor career.

If you are interested in working with us and have questions please be in touch and look at the job description for further details.

For further information email the Outdoor Education and Safety Manager [e-mail] or call 0151 541 2172 or email [e-mail].