Community Artist to plan, promote, delivery and evaluate a summer workshop programme for children inspired by the collections on show at Saddleworth Museum and Gallery. The programme will run across 4 weeks during the summer holidays, with a focus on structured, high-quality workshops for children and families. Fee Person Specification The artist is responsible for: • A short proposal including (no more than 2 sides of A4): Send your application to: [email protected] by 5pm on 6th May 2026. Late submissions or incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Hard copies can be submitted at Saddleworth Museum and Gallery, High Street, Uppermill by 3.30pm on 6th May 2026.Job Summary
Job Description
Programme Structure
4 weeks total delivery weeks beginning: 27 July, 3 August ,10 August, 17 August
Afternoons only
2.5 hour sessions
Split by age group:
Weeks 1-2: Ages 5-7
Weeks 3-4: Ages 8-12
Scope of Work
The artist will:
Develop a clear creative theme rooted in the Museum's collections
Design a progressive programme (sessions can build across the week)
Deliver hands-on, gallery-based workshops
Responsibilities
The artist is responsible for:
Creative & Delivery
Planning and preparation
Delivery of all sessions
Materials and equipment
Set-up and clear-down
Promotion
Supporting Museum staff and volunteers in the promotion of the workshops and recruitment of participants by.
o Supporting pre-event promotion (e.g. teaser content, workshop descriptions)
o Working with the Museum to maximise reach and bookings
Producing regular social media content during the programme (e.g. progress shots, outcomes, behind-the-scenes)
Other
Adhering to safeguarding and H&S requirements
Outputs / Expectations
A coherent, high-quality programme
Clear connection to the collections
Evidence of active audience engagement and promotion
Activities that encourage repeat visits and participation
Fully risk assessed
£10,000 (inclusive of all costs)
Covers: artist fee, prep, materials, travel, and promotional activityJob Requirements
The artist should:
Have experience delivering participatory work with children
Be confident in self-promotion and audience engagement
Be organised and self-sufficient
Bring a distinct creative approach
DBS for children and young peopleJob Responsibilities
Creative & Delivery
Planning and preparation
Delivery of all sessions
Materials and equipment
Set-up and clear-down
Promotion
Supporting Museum staff and volunteers in the promotion of the workshops and recruitment of participants by.
o Supporting pre-event promotion (e.g. teaser content, workshop descriptions)
o Working with the Museum to maximise reach and bookings
Producing regular social media content during the programme (e.g. progress shots, outcomes, behind-the-scenes)
Other
Adhering to safeguarding and H&S requirementsUseful Links
How to Apply
o Creative concept
o Example session structure
o Outline of how you would approach promotion
• A CV with evidence of relevant experience
• No more than 10 high-quality images of participant-created work from previous workshops (please note only the first 10 images will be viewed)
• The name and contact details of two relevant referees
Note: Joint applications from two artists are welcome