Fee: £50 per 90-minute session (+ 30 minutes setup/pack down) Location: The Old School, Warrington Discipline: Open to all art forms (Storytelling, visual arts, music, movement, writing, performance, etc.) Commitment: Regular sessions over the project period
About the Project
We are looking for Apprentices to support a creative community space in Warrington, engaging three community groups:
- Older adults – once a week
- Families seeking Sanctuary – once a week
- Neurodivergent (ND) primary-aged children and families – once month
Building on the success of a pilot project with ND families, this new initiative funded by Lotteries Community Fund, will expand our Story Stitchers approach to foster confidence, creativity and connection through regular arts-based sessions.
Our listening-led, storytelling and co-creation method helps participants express themselves, share stories and build a sense of identity, belonging, and wellbeing in a safe, inclusive environment.
Role Description
As an Apprentice Facilitator, you will work alongside an experienced lead artist to:
- Support participants during creative sessions
- Help set up and pack down materials and equipment
- Assist with gathering participant feedback and reflections
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere
This is an opportunity for an emerging artist interested in developing community facilitation skills and working with diverse groups. You will gain hands-on experience in socially engaged practice and learn how to deliver inclusive, participant-led creative sessions.
Each session last 90 minutes and we will require you to be available for 2 hours in total. This will either be once a week or once a month, depending on which group you will be working with. The project runs from November till June.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from emerging artists working in any creative discipline who:
- Are passionate about community arts and creative inclusion
- Are reliable, adaptable, and supportive in group settings
- Have or are willing to obtain Public Liability Insurance and a DBS check
- Can provide two references
We are particularly keen to hear from artists who have cultural understanding relevant to the communities we are engaging with.
How to Apply
Please email your application to hello@storystitchers.co.uk by 9am, 5th November including the following:
A short statement (up to 500 words) about your practice and why you’re interested in this role
Your CV or a short summary of relevant experience
Two references