Freelance After-School Animation Tutor
The London Lens Project Ltd Closing date: Tue, 01 Dec 2026
- Part time
- £10k-£15k
- Apply now
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Company: The London Animation Project
Location: Primary schools across London
Job Type: Freelance / Self-employed
Pay: £60 per 90-minute session
Hours: Monday-Friday, approximately 3:00pm-5:00pm during school term time
Availability: Minimum 3 afternoons per week preferred
About The London Animation Project
The London Animation Project is a creative education company delivering engaging after-school animation clubs to primary-school children across London.
Our mission is to inspire young people through animation, storytelling and the arts while providing opportunities for freelance artists and creative professionals to share their skills in the classroom.
About the Role
We are seeking enthusiastic, reliable and creative individuals to join our growing team of Freelance After-School Animation Tutors.
You will lead engaging stop-motion animation workshops for children aged 5-11, helping them explore storytelling, character design and filmmaking using LEGO, modelling materials and digital animation tools.
Our workshops are designed to be fun, accessible and educational, encouraging children to develop their creativity, confidence and teamwork skills.
No formal teaching qualification or professional animation experience is required. We provide structured lesson plans, training, equipment and ongoing support.
Main Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and structured after-school animation workshops in primary schools.
- Lead groups of up to 20 children, creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Support children in creating their own stop-motion animation films.
Job Requirements
- Experience working with primary-school children aged 5-11 in educational, creative or recreational settings.
- A creative background or strong interest in animation, filmmaking, visual arts or storytelling.
- Confidence leading and managing groups of up to 20 children independently.
- Strong communication, organisational and classroom management skills.
- Reliable, punctual and professional when working in schools.
- Ability to follow lesson plans and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and professional boundaries.
- Willingness to complete safeguarding, paediatric first aid and company training.
- Ability to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.
- Availability for at least three weekday afternoons during term time.
- Ability to travel to schools across London.
No formal teaching qualification or animation experience required. Training, equipment and lesson plans provided.
Job Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging after-school stop-motion animation workshops for children aged 5-11.
- Lead groups of up to 20 children in a safe, creative and inclusive environment.
- Teach storytelling, character design and animation using LEGO, modelling materials and digital tools.
- Follow provided lesson plans while encouraging creativity, confidence and teamwork.
- Manage classroom behaviour and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
- Set up, maintain and pack away animation equipment and materials.
- Supervise children and follow attendance and collection procedures.
- Communicate professionally with school staff, parents and management.
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety and company policies.
- Report behavioural incidents, safeguarding concerns and equipment issues promptly.
- Complete brief session reports and provide feedback when required.
- Attend relevant training and team meetings.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Freelance After-School Animation Tutor
- Salary: £10k-£15k
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Education
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Tue, 01 Dec 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
To apply for this freelance position, please complete our online application form:
https://forms.gle/8MftWn1TLdof1nSe8
Please provide details of your relevant experience, creative background, availability and preferred working locations.
Our recruitment team will review all applications and contact shortlisted candidates directly to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.
Job Closing Date: 1/12/26 at 5pm
- Contact name: Patrick Loftus
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The London Lens Project Ltd
The London Lens Project is a Princes Trust founded and Artsmark supported teaching company that specialises in photography and animation after school workshops for KS2 in primary schools across London.