Join Our Team

Art Class Teaching Assistant – part time

Wash Common, Newbury, Berks RG14 6TW

This role is for one day a week (Thursdays 8.15am til 5.45pm) for an Art Class teaching Assistant to assist in the smooth running of a 10 week art course held 3 times a year, The course teaches beginner and intermediate adult learners how to draw and paint (pencil, charcoal, watercolour and acrylics amongst other mediums). Each course runs 10 consecutive weeks, there is no break during each course. ie no half-term.

The ideal candidate must:~

Be physically fit to erect tables and chairs, lift and carry art supplies.

Set up and set down all equipment and art materials as needed for the class.

Be sociable, friendly, approachable and nurturing, ensuring all learners are having a great time and have everything they need.

Be observant to ensure that learners have their needs met.

Have great communication skills for communicating with both learners and staff.

Be very organised, undertaking light admin duties, stock taking, look after and keep the equipment tidy and in good working order, look after petty cash, purchase milk in advance of each class. Purchase tea, coffee and biscuits on occasion, to top up supplies.

Be able to follow instruction and ensure class follows a pre-set lesson plan.

Ideally be able to draw and paint, however training can be given to the right candidate.

Have a good sense of humour and be willing to have fun.

Please apply with CV and a cover letter to carrie@creativeartclasses.com explaining why you would love to come and be part of our team.