Art Club Facilitator @ University of Salford Students' Union

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Art Club Facilitator

About organisation / project

Since 1994, Mustard Tree has transformed the lives of people in Greater Manchester who are trapped in poverty or homelessness, by enabling them to gain the skills and self-confidence they need to reach their full potential.

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Can you support Mustard Tree’s Art Clubs, helping people discover new talents, achieve creative goals, and reach their artistic potential within a supportive community?

Help run one of our Art Clubs, encouraging growth and promoting self-expression.

What you’ll be doing: Role Description

Provide support to Freedom Project Volunteers and members of the public as they take part in the class
Interact with people in a dignified, empathetic manner
Encouraging participants to feel part of the community
Aid the class lead facilitator in setting up and carrying out activities
Work with the Volunteering Coordinator and the Creative Programmes Manager to deliver a comprehensive, encouraging experience
Help maintain the cleanliness of the art suite during the session, helping keep Mustard Tree COVID secure
Potentially support the exhibition of the participants work, once the course has concluded

General Volunteering Duties

Work within health and safety guidelines and Mustard Tree policies and procedures
Embody Mustard Tree values and represent the charity as required

What we’re looking for: Person Specification

Specification	Essential / Desirable
Good English language ability both in written and verbal form	Essential
Experience of working in a team	Essential
Good interpersonal skills, possessing empathy and patience	Essential
Flexible and can-do attitude – encouraging others to work to our vision and values	Essential
Experience working with vulnerable adults	Desirable
Experience with tutoring, supporting, or leading a workshop	Desirable
A background in or passion for art, design & textiles	Desirable

Commitment

Potential to support one of our 4 Art Club sessions across the week. Please check our website for our timetable, or contact Mustard tree for a full breakdown of classes and needs.

Hours: Varies depending on class, though typically 9:45am to 12:15pm with lunch provided afterwards.

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Required Role

Art Club Facilitator

Key responsibilities

launching, leading or supporting one of our art clubs across graphic design, painting, drawing, textiles and pottery classes, Interacting with clients, Creating an accessible safe space for people to learn, have fun and get creative.