About Us:
Zylo is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to enriching the lives of children through the performing arts. We specialise in providing engaging and educational after-school drama and street dance clubs for primary school students. Our mission is to inspire creativity, build confidence, and foster a love for drama in young minds. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where children can explore their talents and express themselves freely.
Job Description:
We are seeking confident and capable individuals with a passion for drama and street dance and a great rapport with children to join the Zylo team from September. The role involves leading after-school drama and street dance clubs at primary schools in and around the Crowborough area.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise after-school drama and street dance club activities for children.
- Utilise teaching and communication skills to engage and inspire young participants.
- Manage children's behaviour in a positive and constructive manner.
- Provide a safe and inclusive environment for children to explore drama.
Requirements:
- Must be over 18 years old (as this is a lone-working childcare role, we can only hire adults).
- Must have access to their own vehicle or be able to access the required schools via public transport easily and consistently.
- Must be available for the duration of at least the next academic year (September 2026 to July 2027).
- Must have experience or qualifications in drama, dance, performing arts, or a related discipline.
- Must have an engaging and charismatic personality.
- Experience working with children is preferred but not essential.
Details:
- The drama sessions take place after school on a weekly basis for one hour, usually between 3:20 PM and 4:20 PM, at local primary schools.
- Payment is £32.50 per session.
- We can offer 3 to 4 afternoons to start (likely Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri), with the potential for additional sessions to be added later and occasional cover shifts.
- The position is well-suited for individuals with another morning/evening job, those on a gap year, or students with a flexible timetable.
- Preparatory training, ongoing support, session plans, first aid training, and safety instruction are provided by Zylo.
- Additional daytime work may be available for tutors with skills in guitar, singing, keyboard, or drumming.
Important: We are only seeking tutors in the Crowborough, Heathfield and Uckfield areas at this time. This job is not suited to anyone living more than a 30-minute drive from these towns. We will reject any applicants not located in the towns or very close by.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £32.50 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Crowborough, East Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please give examples of any experience you have with children (professional or otherwise) (not a deal breaker)
- Please give examples of any experience you have in the world of drama/performing arts
Work Location: In person
