Magic Carpet brings together creative practitioners and adults with learning disabilities and mental health difficulties for weekly art and drama groups.
We are currently seeking creative and imaginative practitioners to join our team in Honiton to deliver enriching and accessible creative session for adults with learning disabilities and Physical disabilities.
About the role
You will design and deliver accessible and engaging creative workshops that are tailored to meet a wide range of needs.
We welcome applicants from all creative backgrounds, this may include:
- Visual arts
- Drama and theatre
- Dance and movement
- Sculpture and 3D work
- Music and sound
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver monthly creative sessions on Thursdays, 11 AM – 1 PM
- Adapt your approach to ensure activities are inclusive and engaging for individuals with varying levels of ability
- Set up and pack down materials and equipment as needed
- Work collaboratively with support staff to ensure participant wellbeing
- Encourage self-expression and build confidence through creative exploration
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Experience working with adults with learning and/or physical disabilities is desirable
- A creative background in any relevant art form
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility, patience, and a person-centred approach
- Willingness to adapt your practice to meet diverse need
Location, Commitments and Terms & Conditions
- Location:Honiton
- Time:Thursdays 11 – 1 (with added time for set up and pack down)
- Regularity:ad hoc (once a month)
- Rate:£24.51 PH
This is an ad hoc freelance opportunity. To apply please send a CV and a brief outline of background and suitability for the role to magiccarpet@eci.org.uk.
Please call Hannah Hulin on 07841530629 for an informal chat about the opportunity.
To see more about our Magic Carpet Project click here.