THRIVE Trainee Artist (freelance)

  • Contract
  • London

Rosetta Arts

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Job Summary

Rosetta Arts is seeking a freelance Trainee Artist for THRIVE, an arts-led History programme in Newham primary schools. Working alongside an experienced Lead Artist, you’ll develop and deliver inclusive workshops exploring the Windrush generation, with mentoring and training provided.

Job Description

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
– Support the Lead Artist and school teachers to build on and edit previous lesson plans for the History curriculum and creative careers programme
– Support the Lead Artist to prepare for delivering workshops
– Support the delivery of engaging, accessible visual arts sessions in schools tailored to the needs of Year 5 pupils with SEND and EAL, with the option of leading elements of the workshops in liaison with the Lead Artist
– Work collaboratively with Rosetta Arts staff and school and heritage partners to ensure an inclusive, safe and supportive learning environment
– Support with school visits to local cultural organisations
– Support with the sharing of the children’s work at school/in the community
– Support evaluation by collecting feedback, contributing to reflective practice, and participating in team learning
– Feature in Rosetta Arts social media content

Job Requirements

The person specification is a picture of the skills, knowledge and experience required to carry out the job. Please use the full list in the job description to inform your application.

This is an entry-level role for someone interested in starting a career in participatory arts education.

A passion for visual arts and working creatively with children.

A passion, interest or knowledge of Windrush generation histories.

A keen interest in learning about participatory arts education practice.

An emerging or early-career visual arts practice.

Confident communication and collaboration skills, with enthusiasm for working alongside other artists and arts professionals.

Excellent time-management and organisational skills.

Based in East London, with Newham-based applicants particularly welcomed.

A commitment to Rosetta Arts’ Equal Opportunities policy, with practical awareness of how to implement it and an understanding of the needs of a multicultural, inner-city community.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: THRIVE Trainee Artist (freelance)
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Teaching
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Thu, 26 Nov 2026

  • Location:

    London

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Job: THRIVE Trainee Artist (freelance)

Job: THRIVE Trainee Artist (freelance)

Organisation: Rosetta Arts

Postcode: E15 3AE

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