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Freelance / Part Time Creative Leader (Animation After School Tutor) - LONDON, The London Lens Project Ltd

  •  London
  •  Â£10k-15k
  •  Part time
  •  Closes August 31, 2026
  •  Patrick Loftus
  •  patrick@thelondonlensproject.com
  • #Education
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Job Summary

Freelance Animation Tutor (Primary Schools) Inspire the next generation of storytellers through animation. The London Animation Project is looking for enthusiastic, reliable freelance tutors to deliver fun, hands-on stop-motion animation clubs in primary schools across London.

Job Description

As a Lead Tutor, you will deliver structured after-school animation sessions for Key Stage 2 pupils using our lesson plans, equipment and curriculum.

You'll guide children through creating their own animated films while encouraging creativity, teamwork, problem-solving and confidence in a fun and supportive environment.

Rate: £60 per lesson
Each lesson is 1.5hrs (3.30pm - 5.00pm)
3-5 days available (4.5hrs - 7.5hrs per week)
Contracts last 3-4 months

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging stop-motion animation lessons.
Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment.
Set up, maintain and pack away equipment.
Encourage participation and support every child's creative development.
Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school procedures.
Complete simple session administration and upload pupils' work when required.
Represent The London Animation Project professionally at all times.

What We Provide

Full training and induction.
Structured lesson plans and teaching resources.
Specialist animation equipment.
Ongoing mentoring and support.
Flexible freelance work during term time.
Opportunities for additional workshops and projects.

Essential Requirements

Passion for working with children.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Reliable, professional and punctual.
Ability to confidently lead groups of primary-aged children.
Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
Right to work in the UK.

Desirable

Experience working with children.
Background in animation, film, photography, art, media or education.
Workshop or teaching experience.
Knowledge of stop-motion animation (training provided).

The London Animation Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to complete our safer recruitment process, including an Enhanced DBS check, reference checks and identity verification.

Job Requirements

Be eligible to work in the UK.

Be registered as self-employed (or be willing to register before commencing work).

Hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS Certificate for working with children and subscribe to the DBS Update Service where required.

Provide two satisfactory professional references.

Complete safeguarding training (or be willing to complete training before delivering sessions).

Hold, or be willing to obtain, Paediatric First Aid training where required.

Provide proof of identity and Right to Work documentation.

Provide an overseas criminal record check if applicable (where required by safeguarding guidance).

Hold Public Liability Insurance (or obtain appropriate cover before delivering sessions).

Job Responsibilities

Delivering engaging, high-quality stop-motion animation sessions in primary schools using The London Animation Project's structured curriculum.

Creating a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment where every child can participate and develop creatively.

Preparing, setting up and packing away all equipment before and after each session.

Supervising pupils throughout sessions and maintaining appropriate behaviour in line with school and company expectations.

Encouraging creativity, teamwork, confidence and problem-solving through practical animation activities.

Following all safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and data protection procedures at all times.

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How to Apply

## How to Apply

If you're passionate about inspiring the next generation through creativity, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply:

1. Complete our short application questionnaire: https://forms.gle/CSLxc6fNugsDHzEFA

2. Email your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and why you're interested in the role to [email protected]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Successful applicants will be invited to interview and, subject to satisfactory safeguarding and recruitment checks, will be offered freelance work with The London Animation Project.

The deadline is 5pm on the 31/8/26

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