Part Time Art Teacher, art-K Carshalton

Part Time Art Teacher, art-K Carshalton

art-K Closing date: Sun, 08 Mar 2026

Artform: Visual arts
Role: Teaching
Contract: Permanent
London
  • Part time
  • £20k-£25k

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

art-K is the UK’s largest private art education service, delivering fun, skill-based classes to over 8,000 children each week. Our programme helps develop artistic skills, build confidence, and support mental well-being through inspiring projects taught by passionate educators.

Job Description

At our Carshalton branch, the Part-Time Art Teacher is responsible for delivering the classes and supporting running the studio, with time split across teaching and class preparation (75%), 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:

This is a part-time role with a fixed schedule during term time and adjusted hours during school holidays:

  • Term Time: 29 hours per week on the following schedule:

Monday 1.45-9.45pm
Wednesday 9.30-5.30pm
Thursday 12pm-8pm
Sunday 8am-1pm

  • School Holidays (14 weeks/year): The same number of hours will be worked between Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with the exact daily schedule varying based on the needs of the studio.

Salary: £24022.44 per annum

Fixed salary, which will increase as the studio grows. Promotional opportunities are available every term.

Start of the Role: ASAP

Location: 144 Stanley Park Rd, Carshalton SM5 3JG

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.
  • 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.

Job Requirements

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.

The Organisation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers, and those contracted to work on our behalf to share this commitment. This commitment is underpinned by a rigorous and robust safer recruitment process. All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-appointment checks.

Job Responsibilities

Teaching & Child Development

Teach children who love art in a fun, supportive environment with high teacher-student ratios. Deliver engaging, skill-based programmes tailored to individual needs during term time and fun, interactive sessions during holidays. Monitor progress, prepare personalised plans, and create a safe, inspiring space for students to flourish.

Training & Professional Development

Take part in a two-year training programme covering teaching methods, art techniques, child development, and business administration. Continuously develop artistic and teaching skills to enhance delivery.

Studio Management

Support studio operations, manage art materials, and mentor assistants to align with studio goals. Track growth, retention, and customer satisfaction to uphold art-K standards. Engage the community, coordinate events, manage bookings per GDPR, and follow safeguarding and H&S policies.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Part Time Art Teacher, art-K Carshalton
  • Salary: £20k-£25k
  • Hours: Part time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Teaching
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Sun, 08 Mar 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Part Time Art Teacher, art-K Carshalton

Job: Part Time Art Teacher, art-K Carshalton

Organisation: art-K

Postcode: SM5 3JG

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with a traditional art portfolio, either as a PDF or an online link, showcasing tonal drawings and paintings that demonstrate your skills in perspective, form, and technique, to our email address: [email protected]

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?