Participant Support Lead (Maternity Cover) Participant Support Lead (Maternity Cover) Read full opportunity and apply on our website: https://prismarts.org.uk/could-you-be-our-participant-support-lead-maternity-cover-apply-by-june-30th/ Essential (these attributes are needed to perform well in the role) General Responsibilities Please read full job description and apply via this link: https://prismarts.org.uk/could-you-be-our-participant-support-lead-maternity-cover-apply-by-june-30th/Job Description
Job Description
Hours: Full Time, Office Based | Salary: £26,357
Please apply via our website by June 30th, 2026:
https://prismarts.org.uk/could-you-be-our-participant-support-lead-maternity-cover-apply-by-june-30th/
Job Description
Hours: Full Time, Office Based | Salary: £26,357
Role Purpose
The Participant Support Lead supports individuals and families to access, engage with and
progress through Prism Arts programmes.
This role combines participant support, programme coordination, administration and
involvement in creative activity. Working closely with participants, families, artists and partner
organisations, the postholder will help create meaningful and inclusive opportunities for
disabled and neurodivergent people.
As part of this maternity cover period, the role will also support some elements of day-to-day
operational coordination across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Participant Support and Development
Build positive relationships with participants, families, carers and support agencies
Support participants to access and engage with Prism Arts programmes
Work with Lead Artists to develop and maintain individual development plans
Support participant progression, including access to skills development, commissions
and creative opportunities
Attend participant reviews, meetings and support planning discussions where required
Support pastoral care and respond appropriately to participant and family needs
Support Direct Payment participants to access and engage with programmes
Programme and Creative Support
Work with Lead Artists and the Creative Programme Director to support programme
delivery and participant engagementJob Requirements
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt communication
style and use a range of methods including face-to-face, telephone, email and written
communication.
Confidence using standard oTice software and digital systems.
Ability to work positively with a wide range of people
Good organisational and administrative skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a small team
Commitment to inclusive and person-centred practice
Ability to manage competing priorities and work flexibly
Desirable (these attributes would be useful for the role, but can be learnt/developed in
post)
Experience working in arts, community or participatory settings
Experience working with disabled or neurodivergent people
Experience working with families, support services or community organisations
Knowledge of participatory arts practice
(Read complete requirements in job description link)Job Responsibilities
Follow Prism Arts policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety
and data protection requirements
Contribute positively to team working and organisational communication
Attend relevant meetings, training and development opportunities
Support shared office and front-of-house responsibilities where required
Represent Prism Arts professionally when working with participants, families, partners
and the wider publicUseful Links
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