Cultural Inclusion Officer

Wiltshire; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government department in Trowbridge is seeking an individual passionate about making arts and culture accessible for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This role involves developing and delivering an Inclusive Arts Programme, working closely with families, and implementing a county-wide programme of creative opportunities. If committed to inclusion and creativity, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Commitment to inclusion and diversity

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and delivering creative programs.
• Ability to work closely with families and partners.
• Passion for making arts accessible to all.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the Inclusive Arts Programme.
• Implement a county-wide programme of creative activities.
• Monitor outcomes to show impact and inform improvements.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people with SEND

Knowledge of safeguarding

Creative activity leadership

Job description

SEND And Inclusion – Engaging with Children, Young People, and Families

We are looking for someone passionate about making arts and culture accessible for all children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across Wiltshire.

In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of our Short Breaks Inclusive Arts Programme. In the first year, you will design and test pilot projects to explore different ways of delivering creative activities. From year two, you will implement a county-wide programme that offers a broad range of cultural and creative opportunities during term time and school holidays.

You will work closely with families, carers, and young people to ensure activities reflect their interests and aspirations. You will also collaborate with partners and artists to maintain high-quality, inclusive programmes and monitor outcomes to show impact and inform future improvements.

This role involves regular travel across Wiltshire and some evening and weekend work. You will need experience working with children and young people with SEND, knowledge of safeguarding, and qualifications or experience in arts or creative activity leadership.

If you are committed to inclusion and want to make a real difference through creativity, we’d love to hear from you.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos.That’swhy we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here!

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The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity,trustand respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contact Tamzin Earley, Arts & Funding Manager via email here .

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Job Info

• Job Identification 6251
• Posting Date 12/29/2025, 06:00 AM
• Working Pattern Temporary Full time
• Job Areas Leisure libraries & Communities
• Locations County Hall, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8JN, GB Market Place, Salisbury, SP1 1BL, GB