Artists Assistant

Creative Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading arts organization in Glasgow is seeking a practicing creative to assist and inspire an accomplished artist. This freelance role involves a commitment to a weekly 4-hour studio session and requires an Art or Art Education degree. Responsibilities include supporting the artist, organizing trips to exhibitions, and fostering creative input from adults with support needs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The position offers £18 per hour. Apply now by sending your CV and cover letter to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with support needs and an emphasis on creative input.
• Ability to commit to a weekly 4-hour studio session slot.
• Adept at organising and planning trips to exhibitions, museums, and galleries.

Responsibilities

• Support and inspire an accomplished artist as a practicing creative.
• Adhere to studio protocol and health and safety.
• Join an already established team.

Skills

Creative inspiration and support

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in various creative mediums

Education

Art or Art Education degree

Job description

Overview

This role would suit a practicing creative to assist and inspire an already accomplished artist. To be able to commit to a weekly 4 hour studio session slot. Have Art or Art Education degree.

Responsibilities

• Support and inspire an accomplished artist as a practicing creative.
• Commit to a weekly 4-hour studio session slot.
• Guide and develop the individual to further personal goals and ambitions.
• Adept at organising and planning trips to exhibitions, museums and galleries.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain a friendly, patient and understanding demeanour.
• Become a member of an already established team.
• Experience working with adults with support needs with emphasis on creative input.
• Adhere to studio protocol and health and safety.
• Proficiency in various creative mediums and work.

Qualifications

• Art or Art Education degree.
• PVG check (cost covered by the client).

Details

• Location: Glasgow Southside Studio
• Hours: Thursdays 11am-3pm
• Salary: £18 per hour
• Contract: Freelance
• Deadline: Monday 16 February 2026 at 11:00

Application

Please send your CV and a short cover letter, max 1 A4 page, outlining your relevant experience to Marie at [e-mail]