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Freelance / Part Time Creative Leader (Animation After School Tutor) – LONDON

Salary £60 per lesson
Hours 1.5 hour lesson delivery, plus lesson preparation, 3-5 days per week
Location London
Closing Date 31 July 2026
Position Type Freelance
Advert expires on 31 July 2026

Main Duties

Freelance Creative Tutor (Animation Clubs)

We are a creative education company delivering after-school clubs for KS2 pupils across London. We collaborate with artists, creatives, and educators to deliver fun, engaging sessions in Animation.

All equipment, lesson plans, and learning resources are provided and insured by us to support delivery.


Project Details (Summer Term 2026)

We are looking to collaborate with tutors who have availability during the Summer Term (early April – July).

  • Sessions typically run for 90 minutes, starting from around 3:30pm
  • Clubs run for 10–14 weeks
  • Opportunities are available across Monday to Friday, with tutors able to confirm the number of sessions they wish to take on based on their availability

Scope of Work

Tutors will deliver engaging, structured sessions using the provided resources, while bringing their own creative approach to the classroom.

This may also include:

  • Preparing for sessions
  • Uploading pupils’ completed work
  • Attending a short optional weekly online check-in to review sessions and plan ahead

Fees & Structure

  • £60 per session (freelance / self-employed basis)
  • Tutors are responsible for managing their own tax and National Insurance

Why Join Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

  • Expand your creative and professional network
  • Gain hands-on, practical experience delivering creative education
  • Be supported by experienced freelance creatives
  • Develop your skills in teaching, storytelling, and animation

We work with a diverse network of creatives, including animators, illustrators, photographers, and educators — and we’d love to collaborate with you.

Skills and Experience Required

Who We’re Looking For

No formal qualifications are required. We’re looking to collaborate with individuals who:

  • Are confident working with young people
  • Have strong communication skills
  • Can commit to delivering sessions over an agreed project period
  • Bring a fun, engaging, and inspiring approach to working with children and the arts

As an added bonus, you may have experience or a background in photography, animation, or videography, and experience working with young people — although this is not essential. You do not need to be a qualified teacher.


Requirements

As sessions take place within school settings, tutors will need to hold (or be willing to obtain) the following:

  • Enhanced DBS certificate (Update Service preferred)
  • Public liability insurance
  • Safeguarding training certificate
  • Paediatric first aid certificate

If you don’t currently have these in place, we’re happy to guide you through the process of obtaining them.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.