Thu, 02 Oct 2025">published - Thu, 02 Oct 2025
Job Summary
Eastleigh Borough Council is inviting submissions from Artists or an Artist Collective to develop and deliver a Public Art Commission providing new wildlife habitats.
Job Description
Eastleigh Borough Council is committed to supporting Public Art as a contributing factor in 'building strong, vibrant and healthy communities' (EBC Public Art Strategy).
This project aims to use funding available to commission public art providing new wildlife habitats at Tree and Bee Network sites in the villages of Bishopstoke, Fair Oak and Horton Heath.
A commission budget of £33,000 is available to the Appointed Artist to cover all costs including fee for approximately 26-30 days work.
The Council welcomes proposals from across the creative disciplines including interdisciplinary approaches between Artists and collaborators of their choosing.
For full information about the commission opportunity and how to apply please read the Artist's Brief on the Council's website.
Job Requirements
The Appointed Artist will be expected to:
* have a demonstrable track record of delivering Public Art projects
* have valid Public Liability Insurance of not less than £2,000,000.00
* prepare risk assessments, method statements and any other health and safety documentation as required for the project
* manage Agreements with and payments to any collaborators/sub-contractors
* manage their own National Insurance contributions and income tax, and supply details such as UTR and NI number or company number and VAT number (if registered) when requested. Sole Traders will be required to complete a Freelance Declaration Form.
The Appointed Artist can be any nationality but must have the legal right to work in the UK.
The Council is committed to equality of opportunity and believes in the benefits that a diverse portfolio can bring. We would encourage all applicants who meet the essential criteria to apply.
Job Responsibilities
The Artist selected to deliver this Commission is responsible for development and delivery of the Artwork including community engagement. They will need to manage relationships with any collaborators or sub-contractors and ensure delivery of all work is high quality, within budget and to the agreed timescale. They are expected to attend meetings (mostly online) with the Steering Group and supply regular updates throughout the project to the Project Manager.
* Job Title: Lead Artist for Habitat Sculptures
If you are unable to access the Brief or require information in another format please contact Vickie Fear, Public Art Officer (pronouns she/her) by emailing [emailprotected] or calling 023 8068 8493.
The deadline for Expressions of Interest is Monday, Monday 27 October 2025.
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Eastleigh Borough Council aims to improve the quality of life for local residents.
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