Party Assistant (Self-Employed), art-K Oxford

art-K, a leading private art education service, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Self-Employed Party Assistants for its arty birthday parties during weekends. With a vibrant network of 7,000 weekly students, art-K is expanding its offerings to provide unique and creative birthday experiences. In the last few months art-K has delivered over 100 parties and expects this to continue growing in 2025.

As a Self-Employed Party Assistant, you play a crucial role in ensuring the success of each 2-hour birthday party session as well as the pre-party set up & tidy up. Your responsibilities include:

• Studio Setup and Ambience: Assisting the Party leader in creating an ambient studio environment for the party, setting the music up & preparing the projects in alignment with the birthday person’s requests
• Art Workshop: Assist the Party leader with the art workshops for party-goers. Foster a positive and encouraging environment, sparking creativity and experimentation among attendees.
• Clean-up: Maintain high cleanliness standards by tidying up the studio after each class, leaving a welcoming space for the next session.
  
  

Teaching and Encouragement: Support children to complete their art projects, offering guidance, and encouraging them to explore their creativity whilst having fun. Support the Party leader with a shake break or mini dance party midway through the workshop.

Requirements:

• Working towards art A level, Foundation or Art degree
• Sufficient knowledge in various art mediums, including watercolour, acrylics, and air-dried clay.
• Experience working with children from Year 1 (aged 5-6) and upwards (desired).
• Positive, proactive, and customer-service-oriented attitude.
  
  

Qualifications:

Art A level and Foundation (desired).

DBS check (cost covered by the self-employed person, facilitated by art-K).

How to Apply: If you are passionate about art and creating memorable experiences, please submit a cover letter and portfolio showcasing your artistic capabilities. Explore www.art-k.co.uk for a deeper understanding of our values and party offering.

Please apply to just one location. Please write it in your cover letter if you can reach others.

Rate: £9.38 - £15 per hour depending on candidate’s age (1 hour studio setup, 2 hours party, 30’ clean up)

Locations: We have studio locations in London, Leeds, Brighton, Bristol and the South East. To find your nearest studio, please check our website for a full list: https://www.art-k.co.uk/studio-classes/

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £9.38 - £15 per hour depending on candidate’s age