About Dance&Arts
Dance&Arts delivers engaging creative and enrichment programmes to children in primary schools across London and the UK. We are passionate about providing children with opportunities to explore creativity, develop new skills and build confidence through fun and inspiring extracurricular activities.
We are currently looking for a creative and confident Digital Animation Teacher to lead a weekly afterschool club for primary-aged children in Hackney.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a creative background in digital media, animation, filmmaking, creative technology, art or digital storytelling who enjoys working with children.
You do not need to be a professional animator. We welcome applicants with a range of creative backgrounds who can confidently introduce children to digital animation in a fun, accessible and engaging way.
Using iPads provided by the school, children will explore digital animation by creating their own characters, stories and simple animated projects. Sessions may include stop-motion, digital storytelling and other creative animation techniques.
We encourage teachers to bring their own creativity and ideas to the club.
Schedule & Location
Location: Hackney, London E8
Day: Monday
Time: 3:45pm–4:45pm
Date: 7 September–14 December
Age Group: KS2 children (ages 8–11)
Pay: £40 per hour
This is a weekly, one-hour afterschool club during term time.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging weekly digital animation sessions for children aged 8–11.
- Introduce children to fun and accessible animation techniques using iPads.
- Support children in creating their own characters, stories and animated projects.
- Deliver activities such as stop-motion, digital storytelling and other creative digital media projects.
- Encourage creativity, imagination, storytelling and problem-solving.
- Adapt activities to suit different abilities and levels of experience.
- Create a fun, inclusive and supportive environment where all children feel confident participating.
- Manage behaviour positively and maintain a safe learning environment.
- Ensure school equipment, including iPads, is used responsibly and appropriately.
- Arrive punctually and be fully prepared for each session.
Essential Requirements
- Enhanced DBS certificate (required).
- Right to work in the UK (required).
- Experience working with or teaching children.
- Confidence using digital technology and iPads.
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
- Reliable, professional and able to commit to the full Autumn Term.
Desirable Skills
- Experience delivering digital media or creative technology workshops.
- Experience with animation or stop-motion apps.
- Experience teaching art, media, filmmaking or creative technology.
- Previous experience delivering afterschool clubs or workshops in primary schools.
- Safeguarding and/or First Aid training.
What We Offer
- £40 per hour.
- A creative and rewarding weekly teaching opportunity.
- iPads provided by the school for use during sessions.
- The opportunity to inspire children through creativity and digital technology.
- Potential opportunities for additional clubs and cover work with Dance&Arts.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about creativity, digital media and inspiring children, we'd love to hear from you!
Please send your CV and Enhanced DBS certificate to:
[email protected]
You can also contact us via WhatsApp:
+44 7709 038397
Dance&Arts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Pay: £40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
