Help local voices shape creative events in West Cumbria
Fee: £1,200 for approx. 6 days (April–June 2025)
Main dates: Sat 31 May & Sun 1 June (Jury for Joy weekend)
Apply By: Friday 9 May, 10am
What’s the role about?
We’re looking for a friendly and supportive person to join our Jury for Joy team – a group of local people who help decide what arts and cultural events happen in West Cumbria.
As a Community Supporter, your job is to help make the Jury weekend feel welcoming, joyful, and inclusive. You’ll work with our team to make sure everyone feels heard, respected, and confident to share their ideas.
This role is for someone who:
- Enjoys talking with people and making them feel at home
- Believes in fairness, creativity, and community
- Might have experience in support work, arts, or just being a good listener
- Knows or cares about West Cumbria
- Wants to grow and learn (you’ll get training too!)
What you’ll do:
- Help run a fun and meaningful weekend in West Cumbria (May 31 & June 1)
- Support conversations in small groups
- Help people feel included, especially those new to this kind of work
- Be part of a creative, caring team
- Share your thoughts to help improve the project after the event
We especially welcome applications from:
- People from or living in West Cumbria (Allerdale & Copeland)
- People who identify as working class or disabled
- Anyone who wants to help others feel heard and valued
How do you apply?
You can apply by filling in this simple form, or by sending us a voice or video message if that’s easier. Please do this by Friday 9 May, 10am.
We’ll then hold interviews w/c Monday 19 May. You’ll get interview questions in advance and support if needed.
