BASE Mentor and Dance Instructor (Internship)

SHAPESLewisham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,031 - 26,926; Full time

Job summary

Streetz Ahead is looking for a BASE Mentor and Dance Instructor Intern in London. This 12-month paid internship focuses on supporting youth through dance and mentoring, crucial for social and emotional learning.

The role includes structured training, where no prior experience is necessary, making it perfect for individuals interested in youth work and the arts. The position offers a salary of £24,479 per annum for 35 hours a week. Applications close on February 2nd.

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about dance and working with youth.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Support social and emotional learning through mentoring sessions.
• Assist in delivering after-school dance clubs for children.
• Participate in structured training and professional development.

Skills

Interest in working with children and young people in educational and community settings

Passion for dance, creative practice and wellbeing

Strong communication and active listening skills

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Willingness to learn, reflect and develop professionally

Reliability, organisation and time management

Understanding of safeguarding and mentoring practices

Job description

BASE Mentor and Dance Instructor (Internship)

Streetz Ahead is seeking a BASE Mentor and Dance Instructor Intern to join its youth arts and wellbeing programmes in Haringey. This 12‑month paid internship combines dance, mentoring and mental health support for children and young people in school and community settings. Working under the supervision of senior mentors and dance teachers, the intern will support social and emotional learning through BASE mentoring sessions and assist in delivering after‑school dance clubs. The role offers structured training, shadowing and professional development, making it ideal for a recent graduate or early‑career professional interested in youth work, arts education or wellbeing.

Requirements

• Interest in working with children and young people in educational and community settings
• Passion for dance, creative practice and wellbeing
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Willingness to learn, reflect and develop professionally
• Reliability, organisation and time management
• Understanding of (or willingness to learn) safeguarding and mentoring practices

Salary: £24,479 per annum (35 hours per week at UK Living Wage £13.45)

Closing date: 02 Feb

How to Apply

Send CV and cover letter to [e-mail]

Applications close on Monday 2 February. Successful applicants will be invited to an interview. Outcome will be announced by 23 February.

This is a learning role – no prior professional experience required, just a willingness to train, shadow and grow into the position.

Contact name: Elizabeth Lahav
Contact email: [e-mail]

Organisation: Streetz Ahead
Sector: Music & Performance
Job level: Junior
Type level: Full time
Posted: 21 Jan

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or age.