Crafts Lead

TN United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Crafts Lead to empower individuals with learning disabilities through creative arts and crafts. This hands-on role involves designing engaging sessions tailored to learners' needs, promoting life skills and confidence in a safe environment. You will lead a supportive team, ensuring high-quality experiences while mentoring volunteers. Join a passionate group dedicated to fostering inclusion and personal growth, making a meaningful impact on the lives of learners. If you have a flair for creativity and a heart for helping others, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in creative arts, crafts, or woodwork.
• Experience with individuals with learning disabilities or complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative arts and crafts sessions.
• Monitor learner progress and manage craft shop inventory.
• Provide person-centred care and support.

Skills

Creative Arts

Crafts

Woodwork

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding Knowledge

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Our client is a leading provider of support services for individuals with learning disabilities, committed to empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives. They are currently seeking a creative and compassionate Crafts Lead to join their team in Warrington, delivering meaningful craft, arts, and woodwork sessions while supporting learners to develop skills, confidence, and self-expression in a safe and inclusive environment.

About the Role:

As the Crafts Lead, you will play a key role in designing and delivering engaging creative sessions tailored to each learners abilities and goals. Through a wide range of arts, crafts, and woodwork activities, you will help learners build practical and life skills, promote independence, and contribute to enterprise initiatives such as seasonal craft sales.

This hands-on role combines creativity with leadership, supporting learners with diverse and sometimes complex needs, while also mentoring support staff and volunteers. Reporting to the Head of Department, youll be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred experiences and monitoring learner progression.

As the Crafts Lead, your key responsibilities will include:

• Plan and deliver creative, inclusive arts, crafts, and woodwork sessions tailored to each learners individual learning plan (ILP).
• Support learners in building life skills, confidence, and autonomy through hands-on activities.
• Monitor and manage craft shop inventory, ensuring seasonal, high-quality items are produced for sale by learners.
• Provide respectful, person-centred care and assistance to learners with varied and complex needs.
• Embed safeguarding into all sessions, reporting any concerns promptly in line with procedures.
• Maintain accurate digital and written records of learner progress, participation, and attendance.
• Promote a positive, respectful environment that encourages learner dignity, wellbeing, and growth.
• Respond to challenging behaviours with professionalism and empathy, supporting self-regulation and personal development.
• Conduct learner and volunteer progress reviews, providing guidance and development opportunities.
• Lead by example, modelling values-based behaviour and championing inclusive practice.
• Manage and support volunteers to ensure they contribute meaningfully to the learner experience.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective communication and continuity of care.
• Ensure a safe working environment, assessing risks dynamically and ensuring proper use of tools and equipment.

The Crafts Lead will have the following skills and attributes:

• Proven experience in creative arts, crafts, or woodwork.
• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities or complex needs is essential.
• Previous experience in leading sessions and managing volunteers is desirable.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or working towards).
• Demonstrated knowledge of safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, and inclusive support principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster an inclusive, respectful, and learner-centred environment.
• Calm, solution-focused approach to managing behaviours and challenges.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt in a dynamic setting.
• Comfortable and respectful in delivering personal care when required.
• Creative flair with a passion for helping others express themselves through art and craft.

Benefits of Joining:

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring creativity and care together in a meaningful role while making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Youll join a passionate, supportive team that values inclusion, innovation, and growth for both Learners and staff alike.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and what you would bring to this creative and rewarding role.

If youre a passionate, imaginative practitioner who values inclusion and person-centred learning wed love to hear from you!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. All applications are considered on merit, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.