We’re looking for a West Somerset/Somerset-based artist to join the third year of a three-year project connecting local artists and teachers across eight West Somerset schools.

The project supports teachers to build creative confidence, wellbeing and practical skills, while creating a supportive Teacher-Artist network and developing creative resources for use in schools.

Year 3: Co-designing Creative Projects

From September 2026 to July 2027, artists and teachers will work collaboratively to:

• Develop a creative toolkit of ideas, techniques and activities for use in the classroom.
• Take part in monthly collaborative sessions with teachers and other artists.
• Join termly artist-only creative and development sessions.
• Plan and deliver a 1-hour art wellbeing or parent-and-child session in a school each term.
• Work closely with one school to co-design and deliver an art project equivalent to five days, responding to the school’s needs and curriculum aims.

> Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an artist who is:

• Based in West Somerset/Somerset.
• Collaborative, approachable and enthusiastic about sharing their practice.
• Interested in experimentation, creative learning and working outside their usual style.
• Adaptable, organised and able to work to a brief.
• Confident working collaboratively with teachers and other artists.
• Experienced in delivering collaborative art projects with young people.
• Passionate about supporting creativity and confidence in education.

> What’s In It For You?

This is an opportunity to expand your creative education practice, develop new ideas and skills, connect with local schools and artists, and contribute to a practical creative resource for schools across West Somerset.

Further information is available in the attached PDF.

Please read the PDF in detail and complete the application form HERE. Deadline for Applications is Friday 28th August 2026 at 9am

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