Level 1: Trainee Arts Worker

Role purpose To participate in and learn from a series of structured and semi-structured training opportunities, with the aim of becoming an arts worker or equivalent. To contribute to and support the design, planning and delivery of creative workshops and projects and encourage the involvement of participants, with an appropriate level of supervision and support. The key features of a trainee arts worker are: Workshop/Project design and delivery The trainee arts worker will collaborate with the project team in the design, planning, delivery and evaluation of arts workshops and projects as a supervised member of the project team. He/she will be resourceful in adapting existing approaches and integrating new learning and consistent in aiming for high standards. He/she will work to build relationships with and encourage the involvement of participants, supporting diversity by demonstrating respect for the beliefs, values and commitments of others. He /she will maintain confidentiality by not disclosing private and personal data, except to the Project Manager, if required to do so for legal or Health and Safety reasons. People Management and Development The trainee arts worker will have a written self-development plan with clear actions identified and agreed with his/her supervisor. He/she will work with commitment and tenacity to ensure this plan is achieved, whilst respecting the needs of the project and of fellow workers. He./she will understand and adhere to the policy of the host organisation and of the client, as appropriate. The trainee arts worker will regularly use reflective practice, and review and evaluate the self development plan at regular intervals with his/her supervisor, to identify when goals have been achieved and what new actions are required. The role description of the arts worker offers a measuring tool for this review process. Skills Relevant art form/creative practice Interpersonal skills Self management skills Knowledge and understanding Organisational policies Organisation’s current practice Potential barriers to participation

PLEASE NOTE THESE ARE SUGGESTED PROFILES. WE RECOGNISE THAT THEY ARE NOT EXHAUSTIVE OR MIRRORING TO ALL ORGANISATIONS.

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