Party Assistant (Self-Employed)

Art-K Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A creative education company in Brighton is seeking Self-Employed Party Assistants to assist with art birthday parties. Responsibilities include setting up the party environment, supporting art workshops for children, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates are expected to have prior art education experience and a positive attitude. This is a part-time role with competitive hourly rates from £10.38 to £16.38.

Qualifications

• Working towards art A level, Foundation or Art degree.
• Sufficient knowledge in various art mediums, including watercolour and acrylics.
• Experience working with children is desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist in studio setup and create an ambient environment.
• Support the Party leader with art workshops.
• Maintain cleanliness after each party session.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service orientation

Knowledge of art mediums

Education

Art A level

Foundation in Art

Job description

Overview

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 and tidy up. Your responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Studio Setup and Ambience: Assisting the Party leader in creating an ambient studio environment for the party, setting the music up and 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 the www.art-k.co.uk for a deeper understanding of our values and party offering.

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

Rate

£10.38 - £16.38 per hour depending on candidate’s age (1 hour studio setup, 2 hours party, 30 minutes 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: www.art-k.co.uk/studio-classes/

Job Type: Part-time