Rosetta Arts is seeking two passionate, trainee visual arts facilitators to join our freelance team for THRIVE. Through THRIVE, we will work with schools and cultural partners to deliver new arts-led Science and History curricula, and a creative careers programme for year 5 pupils in Newham. THRIVE will be delivered by Rosetta Arts, in partnership with Eko Trust, Contemporary Visual Arts Network London (CVAN London), and Newham Council's Heritage Service. Duration of role and hours: Freelance,24 days 9am - 5pm between February 2026 - August 2026 We envision this as an entry-level role and would like to hear from people who are interested in starting a career in participatory arts education. Download the Job Pack :https://rosettaarts.org/vacancies/trainee-facilitator/ a CV Send a video explaining your experience & suitability (no longer than 5 minutes) via wetransfer to [email protected] by 5pm on 12th January 2026Job Summary
Job Description
The Trainee Facilitator will work alongside the Lead Facilitator in both the design and delivery of this exciting project. One Trainee will focus on supporting co-creation and delivery of the History curriculum and the other will do the same for Science. Both Trainees will work on supporting the creative careers programme. You will be working alongside experienced artists, teachers and will receive support from the Rosetta Arts team.
This is a formative role that gives you practical experience to learn and build knowledge and skills to work within the participatory arts sector. We encourage artists of any age to apply who are emerging practitioners looking to develop skills in designing inclusive arts curricula, facilitating arts workshops in schools, and working with diverse groups of children including those with SEND and EAL. We are looking for people with a commitment to collaboration, empathy, and inclusive practice.
You will receive training in Youth Mental Health First Aid and Safeguarding.
Length of contract: 7 months
Start date: February 2026
Line managed by: Senior Youth Producer
Salary: £13.45p/h (London Living Wage)Job Requirements
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To apply for this job, please send in:
cover letter (up to 1 page) outlining your interest and how your experience matches the person spec
a portfolio of your work – this could be a social media account, video, images or any other format you feel highlights your practice and skills. This could include school, college or university coursework.
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Email your application to [email protected] by the deadline of Monday 12th January at 5pm. Please put “APPLICATION TRAINEE FACILITATOR” in the subject line of your email.