As MIO has grown over the past few years, we have always tried to ensure that our participants stay at the forefront of the organisation and that opportunities are structured to suit all abilities. Whilst we are keen for people to be busy, we are not overly prescriptive as to whether they work on MIO pieces or develop their own creative practice, or indeed a mixture of the two. The charity has recently taken on larger and more complex projects simultaneously and there has been an increasing need to focus staff time on both what we are making as well as who is making it and what they are doing. In this role we are looking for someone that will help increase the capacity of the organisation by taking on a broad range of responsibilities and manage a variety of making activities. The ability to get on with both colleagues and participants is a key aspect of the role as managing these relationships within a small and busy organisation can at times be challenging. We are not looking for anyone with a specific creative discipline but are keen to find someone who has a background in one or more making disciplines and who therefore understands the benefits, challenges and possible pitfalls when learning practical skills. There is also a keen focus on progression and helping participants grow in confidence and independence, not just regarding their making but more broadly across the rest of their lives. Equally, being willing to continue learning and developing new skills whilst in the role is beneficial to the variety of projects that MIO get involved with. - Work collaboratively with MiO participants in our workshop in Portslade to design and manufacture of range products make the most of MiO's resources and capacity. - Help maintain studio environment across two studio/workshop spaces - Assist participants in their occupational development, primarily with a focus on creative making but also within wider meaningful, positive activities that increase their independence. - Establish and maintain links with organisations that can offer progression opportunities to our participants, this could include colleges, employers, other charities or statutory services such as the job centre. - Maintain high standards of professionalism around confidential information and working within the company safeguarding policy. - Keeping accurate records of activities and taking part in the use of monitoring and evaluation systems. Essential Criteria A non-judgemental attitude towards people who have previously been in prison or in contact with the criminal justice system A reasonably high level of practical skill and experience working with at least one creative making or fabrication discipline Experience working within a workshop/studio environment, stock taking and ordering material for fabrication. A passion for making and an enthusiasm to help others find and develop their creative practice. An ability to be flexible and respond to the skill level of participants which varies from person to person Competent use of IT and competence in both written and spoken English Commitment to an inclusive workplace irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation and to equality of opportunity Driving licence and willingness to drive the charity van. Please send a CV and cover letter explaining your suitability for the position including relevant experience to [email protected]. If you have a portfolio or website of your own creative practice, please include this.Job Summary
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o Maintenance of machinery
o Keeping a clean and safe working environment
o Keeping track of stock levels and orderingJob Responsibilities
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Applications need to be with us by midnight on 21st June 2026.