Do you have a welcoming smile and an enthusiasm for art?
If so, you might be who we are looking for!
TURPENTYNE ART CLASSES IS CURRENTLY SEEKING A MOBILE ART CLASS INSTRUCTOR FOR OUR SATELLITE PROGRAMME IN COUNTY DURHAM.
Instructors must be skilled and experienced in a wide range of art mediums, including soft pastel, oil pastel, watercolour, acrylic, and oil painting. We accept a wide range of qualifications and courses relating to art and teaching. All applicants will be expected to furnish a well-rounded portfolio of artwork, demonstrating their skills in the listed mediums. The ideal candidate will have realistic drawing and painting skills as well as an appreciation for cartooning and animation.
We are seeking a candidate who is independent, honest, reliable, organised, and punctual. Our courses are popular and booked in advance, so it is imperative that classes run on time every week. We require teachers who can be relied upon to run classes on their own and be able to take initiative when things don’t go as planned.
Candidates must be able to deliver highly structured instruction based upon our curriculum and methodology, targeting the needs and interests of a variety of different ages and abilities. Candidates must be confident in their ability to independently teach a class of up to 9 children, with ages ranging from 5 to 18. Candidates will be expected to follow Turpentyne policies and procedures whilst conducting themselves with professionalism when dealing with venues, students and their parents.
When teaching, personality is important! The ideal candidate is happy to create art and is excited to share their knowledge with students who are anxious to learn.
This role will require travel to various locations in County Durham throughout the week, as well as the transportation of a classroom kit. A valid driving license and reliable motor vehicle are required. Mileage will be reimbursed at 55p per mile.
Minimum term-time weekly working hours are Wednesdays 9:45a-7:00p, Thursdays 3:30-7:00p, Fridays 3:30-7:00p, and Saturdays 9:30a-12:30p. Current locations are in Neville’s Cross and Pity Me. Additional days and hours may be added as we expand the programme to additional locations during the school year. We are looking to grow the programme in coordination with the instructor’s preferences in mind.
During school breaks, we may offer morning and afternoon workshops, which can range from 4-8 hours per day, Monday-Friday. Any County Durham Workshops would be scheduled in coordination with the instructor.
IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR ALL OF THE HOURS LISTED OR CANNOT COMMIT TO TURPENTYNE FOR THE FULL 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.
At Turpentyne, we offer a fun, challenging, and creative work environment with a tight-knit and friendly staff. The immediate family of our staff receive free class tuition. Staff also receive 50% discount on purchases from our Gosforth Art Supply Shop.
Starting Pay: £16-18 per hour
Annual merit-based pay increases
This position will begin training 3rd August. Curriculum training will be held at our administrative office in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. Term-time hours will commence on 3rd September.
Appointment will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure Checks.
Applicants must have the right to remain and work in the UK.
If interested, please forward your CV and three .jpeg examples of your practical artwork or link to your online portfolio. Please note that no applicant will be contacted for an interview without supplying examples of their skill set.
Pay: £16.00-£18.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Durham (Durham): reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have a reliable car?
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
