Interested in Volunteering?

As Core Arts expands so does our need for volunteers.

We currently have a highly successful volunteer program for those who share Core Arts mission and values. We welcome enthusiastic individuals who are eager to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for our members. 

  • Work directly with members, often working in a group setting or providing 1:1 support in creative activities and creative work planning
  • Motivate and assist members in their projects
  • Bring technical and practical assistance to the workshop sessions
  • Be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of work
  • Maintain a positive and supportive work environment for both members and teachers
Our volunteers come from a wide range of backgrounds, from the local community to overseas. Many are already part of the art community and some have experienced mental health issues first hand. Please note that background experience in art or a related field of interest is required.
Volunteering at Core Arts is an excellent opportunity for those who are interested in accessing our services but who may not meet our membership criteria.
Volunteers can gain work experience in a particular environment of interest, develop their own skills in tutoring, administration, teaching and reception
Volunteers may also get the chance to participate in external events, perform at gigs, exhibit artwork, and strengthen their own art skills.
Members NOTE: This option is for existing Core Arts members interested in volunteering.

Members who would like to develop existing skills and experience work like activity and training; including contributing to the running of Core Arts through the members Involvement Scheme and Core Council are encouraged to join.
Applicants interested in this option and who fit the criteria should contact:
Emily Cubitt, Enrolment Membership Manager – send Emily an email
Music (Instruments, Singing & Songwriting)
Front-of-House
Multimedia/ICT
Art (Drawing, Painting)
Ceramics
Printmaking
Textiles
Sports

See our timetable for list of courses

Current vacancies

Volunteer positions

Art Volunteer

Wednesdays 2.00pm to 5.00pm

Key responsibilities

  • Work supporting the art tutors in their class.
  • Help with setting up and clearing up at the end of the session.
  • Motivate and assist members in their projects and respond flexibly to each member’s needs and help them achieve success towards their creative work plans and outlined goals.
  • Bring technical and practical assistance to the workshop sessions using your art expertise.
  • Be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of work.
  • Maintain a positive and supportive work environment for both members and teachers.

Skills and Ability

  • Previous experience in teaching art sessions desirable.
  • An ability to work creatively and flexibly with vulnerable people.

General Duties

  • To ensure basic health and safety practices are adhered to.
  • To be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of the work.
  • To work within the Equal Opportunities Framework observed at Core Arts.
  • To follow Core Arts Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policies and Procedures.

Additional Benefits

  • £6 per session paid expenses (please provide receipts for travel and food).
  • Core Arts Members can be part of the Membership Exchange Programme.
  • Training and development opportunities are also available.

How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Giuliana Molinari at mail@corearts.co.uk expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.
If you have any questions, please call 020 8510 9990.

Fashion & Textiles Volunteer

Fridays 9.30am to 1.30pm

Key responsibilities

  • Work supporting the Fashion & Textiles tutors in their class.
  • Help with setting up and clearing up at the end of the session.
  • Motivate and assist members in their projects and respond flexibly to each member’s needs and help them achieve success towards their creative work plans and outlined goals.
  • Bring technical and practical assistance to the workshop sessions using your sewing expertise.
  • Be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of work.
  • Maintain a positive and supportive work environment for both members and teachers.

Skills and Ability

  • Previous experience in teaching fashion sessions desirable.
  • An ability to work creatively and flexibly with vulnerable people.

General Duties

  • To ensure basic health and safety practices are adhered to.
  • To be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of the work.
  • To work within the Equal Opportunities Framework observed at Core Arts.
  • To follow Core Arts Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policies and Procedures.

Additional Benefits

  • £6 per session paid expenses (please provide receipts for travel and food).
  • Core Arts Members can be part of the Membership Exchange Programme.
  • Training and development opportunities are also available.

How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Giuliana Molinari at mail@corearts.co.uk expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.
If you have any questions, please call 020 8510 9990.