30 Creative Arts jobs in the United Kingdom

Creative Arts Assistant (Full-Time, temporary)
Salford
£444 - £475 per week (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)
Start date: September 2025

The School and Role
We are looking for people with a Creative Arts background to use your skills and knowledge supporting children with barriers to learing in a school environment. You will build positive working relationships with pupils and utilise your knowledge of creative arts to help them to get the most out of their time in education. As a Creative Arts Assistant you will get a feel for working in schools and gain valuable experience for a potential future in a role working with children.

Requirements
The desired Creative Arts Assistant will have:

• A desire to work in Special Educational Needs Schools across Greater Manchester supporting pupils with barriers to learning, additional learning needs, or social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
• A warm and friendly nature to be able to build positive relationships with pupils
• A creative arts background that you can incorporate into schools

What we offer
As a Creative Arts Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from: 

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. 
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). 
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions. 
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 
 
How to apply  
If you are a Creative Arts Assistant based near Salford who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)

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Creative Arts Assistant

Newcastle upon Tyne

£13.68 per hour (£0- 30 per day)

Immediate and September Start 

The School and Role

Vision for Education are looking for a creative and compassionate Art Assistant to join our SEND school supply team. In this rewarding role, you will support pupils with special educational needs through engaging, sensory art activities that encourage expression, confidence, and fine motor skills. Ideal candidates will be patient, imaginative, and passionate about inclusive, hands-on learning. Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is an advantage. Join us to make a meaningful difference through the power of creativity.

The desired Creative Arts Assistant will have:

• Experience of working with secondary and primary school aged children in schools.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND.
• A passion for the progress of SEND primary and secondary school pupils.
• An ability to work as part of a team.
• An ability to build rapport quickly with students
• Key qualities such as: Patience, Sympathetic, Strong-willed

What we offer

As a Creative Arts Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Flexible Schedule – Choose when and where you work, ideal for balancing personal commitments.
• Variety of Experience – Gain valuable experience in different schools, year groups, and teaching environments.
• Work-Life Balance – No planning or marking outside of school hours in many roles.
• Try Before You Commit – Explore different schools before considering a permanent position.
• Professional Development – We offer regular CPD and training courses.
• Competitive Pay – Excellent Daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Supportive Network – 24/7 Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are currently work within the Art Sector and relish the challenge of working in a new environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

#visionsupport

Creative Arts Assistant

Newcastle upon Tyne

£13.68 per hour (£0- 30 per day)

Immediate and September Start 

The School and Role

Vision for Education are looking for a creative and compassionate Art Assistant to join our SEND school supply team. In this rewarding role, you will support pupils with special educational needs through engaging, sensory art activities that encourage expression, confidence, and fine motor skills. Ideal candidates will be patient, imaginative, and passionate about inclusive, hands-on learning. Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is an advantage. Join us to make a meaningful difference through the power of creativity.

The desired Creative Arts Assistant will have:

• Experience of working with secondary and primary school aged children in schools.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND.
• A passion for the progress of SEND primary and secondary school pupils.
• An ability to work as part of a team.
• An ability to build rapport quickly with students
• Key qualities such as: Patience, Sympathetic, Strong-willed

What we offer

As a Creative Arts Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Flexible Schedule – Choose when and where you work, ideal for balancing personal commitments.
• Variety of Experience – Gain valuable experience in different schools, year groups, and teaching environments.
• Work-Life Balance – No planning or marking outside of school hours in many roles.
• Try Before You Commit – Explore different schools before considering a permanent position.
• Professional Development – We offer regular CPD and training courses.
• Competitive Pay – Excellent Daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Supportive Network – 24/7 Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are currently work within the Art Sector and relish the challenge of working in a new environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

#visionsupport

Creative Arts Assistant – September 2025 Start
Hours: 08:30 to 15:30
Location: Cwmbran

A cluster of welcoming and inclusive schools in the Cwmbran area is looking to appoint a Creative Arts Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a unique opportunity to use your creativity to support pupils with a range of needs, including autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, and other additional learning needs (ALN).

As a Creative Arts Assistant , you’ll work across both mainstream and specialist settings, helping young people express themselves, develop confidence, and engage in learning through art, music, drama, and other creative approaches. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for the arts and a desire to make a meaningful impact on children’s emotional and educational development.

You’ll need to be calm, resilient, and adaptable, with the confidence to support pupils in a variety of classroom settings. Your creativity and ability to connect with learners will be key in building positive relationships and supporting their wellbeing and progress.

Requirements
The ideal Creative Arts Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people in educational or creative settings

• An understanding of how to support learners with ALN, including SEMH and autism

• A caring, patient, and nurturing approach to behaviour and learning support

• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff

• A positive attitude and a genuine enthusiasm for helping pupils thrive

Desirable but not essential:

• A background in art, music, drama or a related creative subject

• Experience in ALN bases, pupil referral units, or alternative provision settings

What We Offer

As a Creative Arts Assistant , you will benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE

• A guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)

• Access to free training and CPD, including ALN and mental health awareness

• Social and networking events with other professionals in the sector

• Ongoing personalised support from a dedicated consultant

• Pension contributions for long-term financial security

About Us
Vision for Education is a trusted education recruitment agency with a strong track record of connecting passionate professionals with schools that value inclusive and creative approaches to learning. We are committed to supporting the development of all young people and are proud to promote equality and diversity in every placement we make.

How to Apply
If you’re a Creative Arts Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive, forward-thinking environment in Cwmbran, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now through this site or contact Vision for Education Cardiff to find out more.

Creative Arts Assistant (Full-Time, temporary)
Salford
£444 - £475 per week (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)
Start date: September 2025

The School and Role
We are looking for people with a Creative Arts background to use your skills and knowledge supporting children with barriers to learing in a school environment. You will build positive working relationships with pupils and utilise your knowledge of creative arts to help them to get the most out of their time in education. As a Creative Arts Assistant you will get a feel for working in schools and gain valuable experience for a potential future in a role working with children.

Requirements
The desired Creative Arts Assistant will have:

• A desire to work in Special Educational Needs Schools across Greater Manchester supporting pupils with barriers to learning, additional learning needs, or social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
• A warm and friendly nature to be able to build positive relationships with pupils
• A creative arts background that you can incorporate into schools

What we offer
As a Creative Arts Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from: 

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. 
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). 
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions. 
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.
• Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. 

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 
 
How to apply  
If you are a Creative Arts Assistant based near Salford who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)

#visionsupport

Leeds City College are recruiting for a Technician to join our Creative Arts team!

Are you passionate about media and photography and helping creative people bring their ideas to life?

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, tech-savvy individual to join our team at the Lens-Based and Digital Counter, based at our state-of-the-art Quarry Hill Campus in the heart of Leeds Creative Quarter.

You'll be responsible for managing the check-out and return of photography and media equipment, assisting students and staff, keeping accurate records in our booking system, and printing images to support creative learning.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong interest in media, photography, or digital production to work in a vibrant and inspiring environment.

• Ensure that any reservations within the Creative Arts Booking Service are prepared for the start of the teaching day. 
• Check out equipment to students and staff members and ensure that all reservations are prepared and checked in advance.
• Carry out equipment inspections after each loan to ensure items are functional and complete.
• Maintain and prepare equipment for loan by undertaking daily tasks such as charging batteries, cleaning camera lenses and updating software.
• Log any damage, missing parts, or maintenance issues accurately in the booking system
• Keep a stock check on consumable items within Technical Services and make the Creative Arts Technical Services Manager aware of the necessity to order more items.
• Print Photos as necessary and ensure payment is taken for this service
• Update software, firmware and applications on Creative Art devices.
• Support users (students, teachers and wider faculty) by answering questions and providing basic training or guidance

• Organised with a strong attention to detail
• Good understanding of camera technologies, lighting and sound for film.
• Able to use MacOS and iPadOS beyond a basic standard
• An understanding of maintenance within a digital lens based area.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.
• Knowledge of specialist creative equipment.
• Able to problem solve and stay calm.

Please note that this role may close early if we receive a high number of applications.

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave: 
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Local Government Pension Scheme
People’s Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:
Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa     (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting:  Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities:  Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee / commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Your new role
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking to appoint a full-time, permanent Head of Contemporary Visual Arts to strategically lead, manage and support contemporary visual arts across Focal Point Gallery, the Southend Museums and Galleries and the wider City. This exciting new role will lead on a programme of high-profile contemporary visual arts exhibitions, events, public realm and of
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Your new role
Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking to appoint a full-time, permanent Head of Contemporary Visual Arts to strategically lead, manage and support contemporary visual arts across Focal Point Gallery, the Southend Museums and Galleries and the wider City. This exciting new role will lead on a programme of high-profile contemporary visual arts exhibitions, events, public realm and of.

Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant (Arts, Drama & Musical Theatre)

A super friendly & creative Primary School based in Central London, Camden are (looking to recruit a confident and creative Primary Teaching Assistant to support students across EYFS, KS1 & KS2.

We're specifically looking for candidates with an Arts, Drama & Musical background, who have some previous experience working with children as well as the ability to engage students using creative and artistic methods.

Additionally, if you are an Aspiring Primary Teacher the school can offer Salaried Teacher Training commencing September 2026.

What will this Primary Teaching Assistant position involve?

• Working with students across EYFS, KS1 & KS2 (EYFS / Reception - Year 6)
• May involve supporting students with mild SEN (ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, Speech & Language issues)
• Small group and 1:1 work
• Using creativity and imagination to engage students with the primary curriculum

Please read on below to find out further details about this Creative Graduates (Arts, Drama & Musical Theatre) opportunity in the Borough of Camden

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Primary Teaching Assistant
• Working with students across KS1 and KS2 (EYFS / Reception - Year 6)
• May involve supporting students with mild SEN (ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, Speech & Language issues)
• Small group and 1:1 work
• £105 - £125 per day! (Permanent contracts avaliable dependent on experience)
• Full-time (term-time only) - Long-term - Sept 25 start.
• Based in the London Borough of Westminster

ABOUT YOU

• Some previous experience working with children
• A confident and enthusiastic personality
• Creative and capable of coming up with innovative & fun ideas and activities!
• A genuine passion for education - we strongly encourage applications from aspiring Primary Teachers and those hoping to gain primary school work experience

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

• Ofsted graded 'Outstanding'
• Warm, friendly and close-knit atmosphere
• Creative & modern ethos
• Training and development opportunities
• Located in Camden

If you are interested Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant role, trial days can be arranged immediately.

Apply for this Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant position (Arts, Drama & Musical Theatre) by sending your CV to Becca at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant if shortlisted.

Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant (Arts, Drama & Musical Theatre)

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