Visual Art Workshop Leader
Little Fish Theatre Closing date: Fri, 10 Jul 2026
- Part time
- £30k-£40k
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Job Summary
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Artist Workshop Leader to deliver engaging, creative workshops as part of our Southwark Summer Programme.
This exciting opportunity is ideal for practising artists, creatives, and arts educators who are passionate about working with children and young people. Successful applicants will design and facilitate inspiring, inclusive sessions that encourage creativity, self-expression, collaboration, and confidence-building.
Job Requirements
Essential Requirements
Experience leading arts-based workshops with children and/or young people.
Strong communication and facilitation skills.
A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.
Desirable
Experience working within community arts, youth, or cultural programmes.
Skills in visual arts, digital arts, mixed media, crafts, performance, or multidisciplinary practice.
Knowledge of the Southwark community and local cultural landscape.
What We Offer
The opportunity to inspire and engage young people through the arts.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
The chance to contribute to a vibrant summer programme celebrating creativity and community.
Supporting Year 6's making the transition to secondary school
If you are a creative practitioner with a passion for arts engagement and youth development, we would love to hear from you.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver high-quality creative workshops for children and young people.
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
Adapt activities to suit a range of ages, abilities, and interests.
Work collaboratively with programme staff and other creative practitioners.
Support participants in developing their artistic skills and confidence.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Visual Art Workshop Leader
- Salary: £30k-£40k (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Fri, 10 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Visual Art Workshop Leader
Job: Visual Art Workshop Leader
Organisation: Little Fish Theatre
Postcode: SE15 3PD
How to Apply
Please send your CV, artist biography, and a brief statement outlining your workshop experience and artistic practice to [email protected] by 5pm on 10th July 2027.
- Contact name: Suha Al Khayyat
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Little Fish Theatre
Little Fish supports underserved young people through the transformative experience of theatre and community arts.
Its work is designed to enable young people to question their aspirations and beliefs, empowering them to develop both their social and personal life skills. Participants are inspired to become cultural consumers or creators, actively shaping a new social & political landscape.