ArtWorks is a not-for-profit creative arts organisation that is dedicated to supporting the development and empowerment of artists with learning disabilities and/or autism. We are a group of creatives who are committed to fostering positive change for the artists we support, as well as the wider disability arts movements. Our collective also aims to express this desire for positive growth in our local environment and community. We support our artists to contribute to society through artistic exploration, exhibitions, events, and volunteer placements.
We believe in the transformative power of art and strive to create a place where every artist can thrive and express their creativity.
We are looking for a creative individual with a creative background/skills. Here at ArtWorks, we encourage our Artists to try as many different mediums of creativity as possible, to be able to do so we require our team to possess experience in a range of different creative techniques. We’re looking for individuals who are interested in art, photography, filmmaking, sculpture, animation, or textiles to name a few. In particular, candidates who are confident using Adobe Photoshop are encouraged to apply to this role. A creative degree is preferred, however, we will also consider candidates with a creative background when no degree is possessed.
As a Creative Art Workshop Leader you will be running workshops, creative volunteer placements and community projects for Artists with learning disabilities and/or autism. This means it is vital that candidates are highly organised, and have the ability to anticipate future tasks whilst also considering current commitments. At each location, you will be part of a team of like-minded creatives who run the day-to-day art activities for between ten and twenty artists with learning disabilities and/or autism. A normal day at Art Works could involve supporting another leader to run a workshop, working on commissioned work such as merchandise or a mural off-site, or running your own creative workshop - with or without support depending on the activity and group size. This means we’re looking for someone who is capable of adapting quickly to the task at hand, and consistently builds inventive workshops for our Artists.
An important part of the role is supporting our artists to fulfil their dreams, aspirations and supporting the creation of opportunities for their work to be exhibited. This role allows for creative and practical development, with access to a variety of art materials, professional equipment, and knowledge. With a staff team of 30 creatives working across ArtWorks, we are a hive of buzzing activity day in and day out. We will ensure you are supported to develop as a Workshop Leader through training and shadowing to ensure you feel confident in supporting our artists. As a creative arts organisation, we are limited only by our imaginations and encourage everyone involved at ArtWorks to take on a wide range of projects.
We will provide you with care and comprehensive first-aid training, so you can understand autism and learning disabilities to confidently support our artists. Having a background in care or connections to people with a learning disability and/or are autistic is beneficial for this position, but not essential. This position requires you to support the Senior Creative Arts Workshop Leader with completing registers and reporting to ensure safety is maintained in our centres and during events and our artists are supported in a person-centred way. You will report directly to the Senior Creative Arts Workshop Leader with further support from the Care Manager and Creative Arts Co-ordinator.
We ask that you have a car and acquire business insurance, as we attend several galleries, events, and workshops in other areas, supporting our artists to exhibit far and wide, as well as regularly having fun days out with the artists.
All applicants are required to have a valid UK driving licence and access to their own personal vehicle.
Location
Sheffield
Type of Contract
Full Time
Hours
Monday - Friday 08:30 - 16:30
● Free on-site parking● Flexible dress code● Enhanced sick pay● Office drinks and breakfast items● Training and development opportunities● Company and social events● Free tickets to art events● Cycle to work programme● Competitive pension● ArtWorks merchandise
Closing Date
29-08-2025
How to Apply
If you're interested in applying for this position, we'd love to hear from you.Start by sending us an email to artworks.hr@gmail.com. When you reach out, please include your answers to the following questions to help us get to know you better:Do you valid right to work in the UK?Do you have a valid UK Driving Licence?Do you have access to your own, personal car?Would you be able to drive to Rotherham within 45 minutes?Are you aware this is a full time position?We’d also be thrilled if you could share some digital copies of your artwork with us, we’d love to see what you’ve created!After this, you'll be invited to fill out an application form where you can share your relevant experience, contact details, and your ideas for a creative workshop you'd love to lead at ArtWorks.
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