Job description
Intergenerational arts charity Magic Me is looking for its next Community Arts Trainee to join the team from June – July 2023 as part of its Artworks Trainee Programme.
Are you:
– Aged 18 – 30?
– Living in Tower Hamlets?
Interested in:
– A career in the arts?
– Working with the community of East London?
– Learning about the arts in older people’s Care Homes?
About the Artworks Trainee Programme
The Artworks Training Programme is a paid traineeship for people aged 18 – 30 from Tower Hamlets. The programme supports young adults in Magic Me’s home borough to gain knowledge, skills and confidence to access careers in the arts.
The Traineeship offers practical skills and experience supporting creative projects in your community through on-the-job training. Between June – July, you will work alongside Artists and Care Staff on Magic Moments – a project bringing creative activities to Care Homes (Care Homes provide accommodation and personal care for older people who need extra support in their daily lives).
PAY: London Living Wage at £11.95 ph / £83.65 per day
DEADLINE: THURSDAY 11 MAY, 12PM
APPLY HERE: https://magicme.co.uk/become-our-next-trainee/
Interviews will take place at Magic Me’s office in Bethnal Green on Wednesday 17 May. Each interview will be no longer than 30 minutes and if you are invited for interview you will be sent the questions in advance.
We aim to tailor each Trainee role to suit the strengths of the individual and recognise that some individuals may need additional support. If you would like more information and guidance about extra support please get in touch with Catherine Connell on catherineconnell@magicme.co.uk or 07517 890 506, or if you would like a friendly chat about the role or have any questions, get in touch!
About Organisation
Our vision is a world without ageism, where everyone can enjoy their unique
creativity and full potential
Founded in 1989, Magic Me pioneered intergenerational arts projects in care settings, bringing together older and younger people. In 2015, drawing on over two decades of expertise, Magic Me began to deliver projects focused on providing Care Homes with top-level arts experiences.
Find out more about our work here: www.magicme.co.uk
Follow us on @MagicMeArts