Workshop Tutor

POW Workshops Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused workshop provider in London is seeking a freelance workshop tutor to lead woodworking sessions. The role requires strong skills in woodworking, metalworking, and experience in mentoring participants. Candidates should be passionate about teaching and creating a supportive learning environment. Flexibility in hours is necessary, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring or guiding others in practical making skills.
• Strong understanding of workshop safety and best practices.
• First Aid certification.
• Experience running workshops or practical sessions.

Responsibilities

• Leading workshop sessions across all skill levels.
• Providing safety briefings and equipment guidance to workshop participants.
• Designing and developing new workshop formats based on community interest.
• Maintaining a safe, supportive environment that encourages learning.
• Preparing workshop materials and managing session logistics.

Skills

Woodworking

Metalworking

Digital fabrication

Craft skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Location: POW WORKSHOPS, 41-43 STANDARD ROAD, LONDON NW10 6HF

Type: FREELANCE

We are seeking an experienced workshop tutor, with a passion for making and mentoring, to run our woodworking workshops and develop new session formats. This role will be responsible for guiding participants through hands-on projects, from complete beginners taking taster sessions to advanced makers in our extended programmes.

This is a freelance role which takes responsibility for delivering workshop sessions, coordinating with our team and external tutors, and developing our workshop offerings in the exciting, developing and creative area of Park Royal.

Responsibilities:

Leading workshop sessions across all skill levels

Providing safety briefings and equipment guidance to workshop participants

Designing and developing new workshop formats based on community interest

Coordinating workshop schedules and session planning with our team and external tutors

Maintaining a safe, supportive environment that encourages learning and creativity

Preparing workshop materials and managing session logistics

Supporting participants with hands-on guidance and project mentorship during sessions

Person Requirements:

Excellent skills in woodworking, metalworking, digital fabrication or crafts.

Experience mentoring or guiding others in practical making skills

Strong understanding of workshop safety and best practices

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work with diverse groups including children, adults, and corporate teams

Passionate about helping others learn and develop making skills

Reliable, organized, and able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

Experience running workshops or practical sessions

Experience working with community groups

First Aid certification

Understanding of safeguarding requirements for working with children

We would love to hear from you even if you do not have all of the requirements listed, but have a passion for the role and community making.

Details:

Job Type: Freelance

Are you able to commute to the workshop in Park Royal, London NW10 6HF?

Do you have teaching experience?

Do you have woodwork, metalwork or craft skills?