Freelance Heritage Potter/Clay Facilitator

LEVEL Centre is seeking a Freelance Heritage potter or clay facilitator to develop and deliver a twelve week workshop programme as part of the 'Water and Wellbeing' project, a two-year funded programme supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The project is being led by LEVEL Centre.

The chosen facilitator will work with LEVEL Centre's Youth Collective, our creative group for young people aged 13 - 18 years who are neurodivergent, have autism or ADHD. The workshops will provide a creative and supportive environment and foster social connections through meaningful experiences. Participants will learn about the heritage of Ashford Black Marble and explore their artistic abilities using clay to make 21st century interpretations.

There is an inclusive fee of £2700 (inc. VAT) for this role. This includes all expenses related to the freelancer's time, travel, preparation, design, delivery, and evaluation. A materials budget will be agreed during the planning phase.

Applicants should ensure they have a valid Enhanced DBS certificate (within 3 years) or should consent to LEVEL requesting an Enhanced DBS check.

Timeline:

• Planning meeting with LEVEL Centre (online) - date TBC.
• Workshops with Youth Collective - September 2024 to December 2024 (One further date TBC, expected January 2025).
• Monitoring and evaluation feedback - January 2025.
• Launch event at Bakewell Old House Museum - March 2025.

Hours:

The freelancer will allocate the time required to complete and fulfil the development and delivery of this workshop. Sessions will be delivered across twelve weekly sessions to take place at LEVEL Centre. Sessions will take place on Mondays from 4:30 - 6:30pm (this includes half an hour set up time). Dates as follows:

• 30 September
• 7, 14, 21 October
• 4, 11, 18 November
• 2, 9, 16 December
• Additional date TBC (expected January 2025)

Location:

LEVEL Centre, Derbyshire.