Branch Manager & Art Teacher, art-K Orpington

Job Summary

art-K is the UK’s largest private art education service, delivering fun, skill-based classes to over 8000 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

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:

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

Term Time: 40 hours per week on the following schedule:
Tuesday: 13:15 - 21:15
Wednesday: 11:45 - 19:45
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: £29,993.00 - £36,313.00 per annum.

The salary for this role will start depending on experience: £29,993.00 - £36,313.00. There are 3 promotional reviews per year, where individuals who meet requirements can grow their salary as the studio grows. Studios can grow as large as 300+ students which would lead to a salary of 55K+

Location: 41 High St, Green Street Green, Orpington BR6 6BG

Start of the Role: 13 July 2026 (flexible for the successful candidate)

Please note that we will only consider candidates who are available to work the full schedule.

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.

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

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 learning plans, and create a safe, inspiring space for students to flourish. Build strong relationships with students and parents through regular progress updates.

Training & Development

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

Studio Management

Oversee studio operations, materials, and team management. Mentor and motivate staff, track growth and retention, and uphold art-K's standards. Engage the local community, coordinate events, manage bookings per GDPR, and follow safeguarding and H&S policies.

Job Overview

Job Title: Branch Manager & Art Teacher, art-K Orpington
Salary: £30k-£40k
Hours: Full time
Artform: Visual arts
Role: Teaching
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Location:

London

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Job: Branch Manager & Art Teacher, art-K Orpington

Organisation: art-K

Postcode: BR6 6BG

How to Apply

Please 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?

Deadline for applications 23:59 on the advert expiry date

Contact name: art-K Recruitment Team
Contact email: [email protected]

About art-K

art-K teaches art to children aged 6-18 and adults across England. We teach a personalised, age-appropriate programme to over 5000 students per week in permanent studio spaces.

Our teachers are kind and caring teachers who have a passion for developing their students on a long-term basis (students stay on average 4 years).

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