Bank Art Facilitator / Support Worker

Janith Homes Ltd; North Norfolk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local service provider in North Norfolk seeks an Art Facilitator / Support Worker to engage adults with learning disabilities through creative activities. The role involves facilitating support activities, assisting with art projects, and ensuring care for service users. Candidates should hold an art degree and possess flexibility to adapt their support approach. This position offers competitive pay above the national minimum wage and various benefits in a scenic location.

Benefits

Payrate above national minimum wage

Casual dress

Free, on-site parking

Employee discount

Loyalty Scheme

Rural location with spectacular grounds

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Hold an art degree.
• Be flexible and adaptable to support service users and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual and group activities and provide support for service users.
• Assist artists with painting, sewing, and other creative activities.
• Manage bookings for the sensory room.
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Art Barn.
• Mount and frame works, prepare paint, paper, and other materials for participants.
• Support service users throughout the day service.
• Provide personal care when required.

Job description

Overview

Reporting to: Seniors; Supervisor; General Manager

Hours of Work: Flexible – zero hours contract. Shifts are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with one hour unpaid lunch break.

Barrington Farm is a unique, independent day service centre, set in 22 acres in the village of Walcott, North Norfolk. Founded in 1988 by the present owner, the centre provides a vibrant and stimulating environment for adults with learning disabilities alongside The Rookery residential care home. The service includes the renowned art centre, working farm and activity centre, and is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. throughout the year.

Responsibilities

The Art Facilitator / Support Worker will:

• facilitate individual and group activities and provide support for service users at Barrington Farm
• assist artists with painting, sewing, and other creative activities
• manage bookings for the sensory room
• take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Art Barn in conjunction with other staff
• mount and frame works, prepare paint, paper, canvasses and other materials for participants
• support service users throughout the day service and other areas of the organisation
• provide personal care when required

Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for creative and reliable Bank Art Facilitators / Support Workers. The successful applicant will:

• hold an art degree
• assist service users to express themselves through creativity and other activities
• maintain a basic philosophy of non-intervention
• be flexible and adaptable to support service users and colleagues

Purpose of Position

To assist adults with a learning disability within a day service setting to access meaningful occupation, via the provision of support and assistance. To contribute to an effective service in accordance with legislative requirements, organisational policies, procedures and objectives. While on duty the Art Facilitator’s / Support Worker priorities must be first and foremost toward the care and welfare of their charges.

For further information relating to the job description, please email [e-mail].

Benefits

• Payrate above national minimum wage
• Casual dress
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee discount
• Loyalty Scheme
• Rural location with spectacular grounds
• Blue Light Card eligibility