Lead Artist for Basque Children's Camp Public Art

Lead Artist for Basque Children's Camp Public Art

Eastleigh Borough Council Closing date: Tue, 08 Sep 2026

Artform: Visual arts
Role: Creative
Contract: Contract
South East

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Eastleigh Borough Council is inviting submissions from Artists to develop and deliver a Public Art Commission, which marks the 90th anniversary of the Basque children’s camp.

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 collaborative project between EBC, Chandler's Ford Parish Council and The Basque Children of '37 Association UK aims to use funding available to raise awareness of hidden histories through public art at Suffolk Drive Open Space in Chandler's Ford.
A commission budget of £9000 is available to the Appointed Artist.

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 £5,000,000.00
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.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Lead Artist for Basque Children's Camp Public Art
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours: Part time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Tue, 08 Sep 2026
  • Location:
    South East
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Job: Lead Artist for Basque Children's Camp Public Art

Job: Lead Artist for Basque Children's Camp Public Art

Organisation: Eastleigh Borough Council

Postcode: SO53 3HW

How to Apply

For full information about the commission opportunity and how to apply please read the Artist’s Brief on the Council’s website: Basque Children’s Camp
https://www.eastleigh.gov.uk/basque-camp

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 [email protected] or calling 023 8068 8493.

The deadline for Expressions of Interest is Monday, Tuesday 8 September 2026.
Late submissions will not be accepted.