Job Description

Arty Amber is a multi-award winning art education initiative in the North West Herts area for children 4+. We work with schools and venues to provide after school art clubs, holiday art clubs, private tuition, GCSE/A level tuition and adult courses.

We have a PART TIME Art Teaching Assistant position available in a Watford WD17 primary school for a freelance, highly creative, engaging and experienced artist who is able to use multiple mediums whilst creating a wonderfully friendly and interactive environment for 4-11 year olds. The role includes set up and pack down with some medium-heavy lifting compulsory, to interact with the children, assist with art works and to assist the teacher.

AVAILABILITY:

- Tuesdays, 3-5pm, during term time only in Watford WD17

- Additional temporary hours may become available on an ad hoc basis

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS (PLEASE ADDRESS THESE IN YOUR COVER LETTER)

The applicant should have:

- Diploma in Fine Art (or equivalent) or art practice/experience.

- An Enhanced DBS (not just a DBS), or be willing to get one.

- Ability to move medium-heavy equipment - tables, chairs, bags of art gear.

- At least 6 months experience working with children under 12 years in any capacity.

- At least 6 months teaching or assistant teaching experience.

- PLI (Public Liability Insurance), which can be obtained through Arts Network.

To apply please send your CV and cover letter to Amber detailing how you meet the requirements listed above along with your relevant experiences. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: 17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

Have you read the requirements and understand this position is for a self employed freelance artist, 2 hours per week in Watford?
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:

Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Enhanced DBS (preferred) Safeguarding Certification (preferred) Certificate in Insurance (preferred) UTR (for self employment) (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 09/09/2025