Lead Atelierista - Early Years Creative Learning

ISC group; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

St Peter's School in York is seeking an Atelierista for The Rise Nursery. The role blends leading a vibrant Atelier and supporting creativity and project-based learning across the nursery, for children aged six months to three years.

Salary is £27,867 per annum with January 2027 start and in-house training prior to opening. The Atelierista will design process art experiences, plan resources, and guide educators to embed creativity while maintaining a safe, well-resourced environment.

Qualifications

• To create and lead a high-quality Atelier environment that inspires creativity, curiosity and exploration for children aged six months to three years.
• Plan, resource and deliver engaging process art experiences and support educators to embed creative learning across the nursery.
• Lunchtime supervision and providing absence and holiday cover within nursery rooms when required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and maintain an inspiring Atelier environment that encourages creativity and exploration.
• Design process art experiences for different age groups, including both individual and collaborative projects.
• Lead Atelier sessions and support educators to deliver planned experiences independently.
• Ensure the Atelier is organised, safe and well resourced.
• Prepare materials and learning provocations that support children's creativity.
• Provide lunchtime cover and support children's wellbeing during dining experiences.
• Provide holiday and absence cover within nursery rooms as required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to embed creative practice throughout the nursery.
• Support and guide educators in delivering Atelier experiences.
• Attend staff meetings, training and professional development activities.
• Share information about children's creative experiences and achievements where appropriate.
• Organise community events throughout the year including The Art Exhibition.
• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.
• Adhere to EYFS requirements and nursery policies.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and hygiene.

Job description

St Peter's School in York is seeking an Atelierista for The Rise Nursery. The role blends leading a vibrant Atelier and supporting creativity and project-based learning across the nursery, for children aged six months to three years.

Salary is £27,867 per annum with January 2027 start and in-house training prior to opening. The Atelierista will design process art experiences, plan resources, and guide educators to embed creativity while maintaining a safe, well-resourced environment.