Ceramics Teacher - Kids Club

About the role

Rixos, a luxury resort chain founded in Turkey, is looking for a Ceramics Teacher for its kids club. The teacher runs ceramics, pottery and clay-modelling activities for children, teaches basic techniques and keeps the workshop safe and well organised.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and run ceramics, pottery and clay-modelling activities for different age groups and skill levels, adapting methods to children's abilities and interests.
• Teach basic techniques such as shaping, moulding, decorating, texturing and painting clay objects, and organise themed art workshops and seasonal craft activities with the Entertainment team.
• Supervise children during sessions, explain safety rules, use child-friendly non-toxic materials and report accidents or hazards to the Kids Club Supervisor / Manager.
• Prepare and clean the workshop, maintain an inventory of clay, paints, brushes and tools, and ensure specialist equipment such as kilns is operated only by trained, authorised personnel.
• Communicate professionally with children, parents and guardians, give information on projects and collection arrangements, and gather feedback to improve the programme.
• Maintain attendance records, activity reports, lesson plans and inventory records, complete registration forms and parental consent documents, and keep children's data confidential.

Required profile

• Diploma, certificate or degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Pottery, Art Education or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience teaching ceramics, pottery, clay modelling or arts and crafts to children highly preferred.
• Good English and Russian; additional languages are an advantage.
• Able to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays, and physically fit for rescues, extended standing and outdoor duties.

Required skills

• Clay preparation, hand-building, shaping, decorating and painting techniques.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate artistic techniques simply and engagingly.
• Child engagement, safety awareness, hygiene and teamwork with the Kids Club and Entertainment teams.