Introduction
Cygnets Art School is expanding! We’re looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, and reliable Art Teacher to join our creative team as we grow across Bexley and Eltham.
At Cygnets, we specialise in teaching traditional fine art skills — drawing, painting, and sculpture , through unique and engaging projects designed for children aged 5–16. Our classes are small, our materials are professional quality, and our teachers are experienced artists who love to share their creativity.
About the Role
As a Cygnets Art Teacher, you’ll:
- Teach fine art classes at one or more of our local branches (Eltham, New Eltham, Bexley).
- Run after-school clubs and workshops in local primary schools.
- Deliver fun and structured lessons for groups of up to 16 students (assistants provided for larger classes).
- Follow our provided curriculum and step-by-step video guides for each project.
- Use materials supplied by Cygnets (you’ll need to be able to travel with sets of art materials to class locations).
What We’re Looking For
- A creative, friendly, and confident teacher with a passion for art and education.
- Experience working with children in a teaching or workshop setting.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
- Access to reliable transport to travel between class locations.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay per class.
- All materials, lesson plans, and project guides provided.
- A flexible schedule that fits around other commitments.
- Opportunities to grow with our expanding network of schools.
- A rewarding, fun, and inspiring working environment.
If you’re an artist or art educator who wants to share your creativity, inspire young people, and be part of a growing art education community — we’d love to hear from you!
Term Time Hours:
Starting September 2026
Weekday afternoons
Tuesday (New Eltham): 4:15-5:15pm
Wednesday (Eltham): 4:10-5:10pm
Friday (Eltham): 4-6:45pm
Possibility for more hours
Each term runs for 10 weeks | 3 terms/year
Holiday Hours:
Starting October Half-Term 2026 (dates and times TBC)
Then ongoing each half term (3 x weeks per year) and Summer holiday (4 x weeks per year).
Training Hours:
The successful candidate will ideally be available prior to starting to train via assisting with classes.
Pay:
From £28/ hr (please note this is paid for the length of the class and includes any preparation/ set up/ clear-up time. Eg a 1hr class 4:30-5:30pm is paid at £28)
Potential additional hours and income from private tuition/ classes.
Necessary Requirements:
- Experience working with children
- Strong core artistic skills in a variety of mediums
- A passion for working with children
- Excellent reliability, time-keeping and organisation
- Must be able to travel to various locations within Bexley and Eltham
- Please note that some classes require bringing a set of resources with you, so ideally we are looking for someone who has access to a car.
Ideal Additional Requirements
- Fine Art Degree
- Teaching qualifications and experience
- A knowledge of the local area and connection to local schools
- DBS clearance
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Pay: From £28.00 per hour
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
