JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLECasual Learning Support Facilitator
LOCATIONThe HepworthWakefield
RESPONSIBLE TOFamily Learning Programme Co-coordinator
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Provide support to the Learning team in the delivery of family learning activities at The Hepworth Wakefield.
MAIN TASKS
ART POD FACILITATION
Art Pod in a mobile unit containing activities that engage families in the exhibitions in the galleries. Activities are developed by Creative Practitioners and the Family Learning Programme Coordinator and are facilitated by the Art Pod facilitator in the galleries on Saturdays and Mondays and Fridays during the school holidays. Activities are updated with each new exhibition. Art Podsare a free resource and are developed for families with children aged 3-12.
Art Pod Facilitator duties include:
- Engage with families in creative activities linked to exhibitions.
- Check stock levels and tidy Art Pod at beginning and end of session (restock where necessary)
- Move Art Pod at beginning and end of session
- Record participant numbers and administer evaluation forms.
- Develop knowledge of the galleries and key works that the activities are themed around
- Follow correct reporting procedures in dealing with difficult experience.
- Support Art Pod Assistant Volunteers
WORKSHOP SUPPORT FACILITATION
Drop-in workshops take place in the Learning Studios every Sunday and week days during the school holidays. Workshops are developed and delivered by Creative Practitioners, supported by the workshop facilitators. Drop-in workshops encompass both gallery activity and a practical creative activity in the Learning Studios. Drop-ins are free and aimed at families with children aged 3-12.
Workshop Support Facilitator role duties include:
- Engage with families in creative activities linked to exhibitions and displays.
- Support Creative Practitioners running the family workshop.
- Support families with Learning Studio activities.
- Record participant numbers.
- Explain gallery activities to families and hand out activity sheets.
- Assist in set up and tidy down of Learning Studios.
OTHER INFORMATION:
–Carry out all duties in accordance with our Equal Opportunities, Access, Employment, Health and Safety Policies
–Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the Family Learning Co-ordinator
EMPLOYEE SPECIFICATION
Essential(E)Desirable(D)
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of arts or heritage learning, or outreach work / E
Knowledge of access and learning requirements of different audiences / D
Knowledge of basic Health and Safety in the Workplace / D
ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Ability to communicate effectively and enthusiastically to a wide range of community groups and individuals including children and young people, people with learning disabilities and those for whom English is a second language / E
Abilitytowork on own initiative within stated guidelines, manage own workload and prioritise effectively in order to meet deadlines / E
Ability to build effective relationships, engage with and influence a wide range of people internally and externally / E
EXPERIENCE
Experience of working or volunteering within a museum or gallery / E
Experience of developing creative activities for children of a wide range of ages and abilities / D
General administrative support experience / D
Experience of working in front line customer service / D
Experience of working as part of a team / E
OTHER
Physical stamina and dexterity to prepare for and manage workshops, collect materials etc. / E
A commitment to Equal Opportunities / E
Ability to work weekends / E