About the role
Attenborough Arts Centre (AAC) is inviting applications for a Learning Assistant to join our Learning and Communities team, on a fixed term basis until March 2028.
The Learning Assistant role will provide administrative support for the multi award-winning SENsory Atelier Programme which brings artists and their artistic practice to collaborate with pupils in 14 SEN Schools in LeicestershireThis role will work as a member of the Learning and Communities team providing administrative support, liaising with artists, overseeing bookings from schools and other groups, including children, young people, schools, families. This position also works closely with the SENsory Atelier Programme Manager to provide tailored a Joint Practice Development and Continuing Professional Development programme for Teachers and Classroom Assistants.
About SENsory Atelier
SENsory Atelier is a dynamic cultural education programme for 12 Special schools, and 2 mainstream schools with Designated Specialist Provision in Leicester/shire.With the focus on personal, social, communication and physical development SENsory Atelier uses art as a tool and language for SEND children and young people, to learn.This fixed term post will support this programme, working with Leicester/shire SEN Schools, developing new ways for disabled children and those with complex needs to engage with arts, culture and the curriculum. The post will be based at Attenborough Arts Centre with some work located at the partner schools.
The Learning Assistant post holder will support this dynamic programme in line with University of Leicester protocols including Health and Safety, safeguarding and support volunteers, disabled children and young people, artists, and teachers. They will also assist with activity and the monitoring and documentation of SENsory Atelier. Due to forthcoming project commitments, we seek an immediate start to the post.
About you
We are looking for a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Learning Assistant to support our award-winning SENsory Atelier programme at Attenborough Arts Centre.
This role provides key administrative and practical support to a dynamic arts and education programme working with SEN schools across Leicester and Leicestershire. You will liaise with schools, artists, teachers and families, manage bookings, support workshops, and help ensure sessions are welcoming, safe and well-organised.
If you enjoy working with people, have strong administrative skills, and are passionate about arts, education and inclusion, we would love to hear from you.