Cultural Learning & Participation Officer Apprentice

Description

ReNEW is all about opening up creative opportunities for people across Bromsgrove and Redditch. We know that not everyone gets the same chance to be involved in arts and culture; this project is designed to change that. As part of our mission, we\’re excited to offer a Level 3 Cultural Learning & Participation Officer Apprenticeship.

Opportunity information

Salary: £15,392 per year. Duration: 15 months. Advert closing date: 24/03/2026.

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Cultural Learning & Participation Officers bring creative opportunities to life by planning, organising, and coordinating arts and cultural activities within communities. They help open doors for people of all backgrounds to experience and express themselves through the arts.

In this role, you\’ll be part of a project that uses storytelling, arts, and culture to connect communities and celebrate local stories. Your work will help people feel seen, heard, and valued.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting Creative Workshops

• Helping set up and run storytelling, arts, and participation sessions
• Welcoming participants and making them feel comfortable
• Assisting artists, facilitators, and project leads

Community Engagement

• Talking with participants and gathering their stories
• Helping build relationships with local groups, schools, and partners
• Supporting outreach activities

Project Support

• Helping organise events, exhibitions, or showcases
• Keeping track of project materials and resources
• Supporting the team with planning and admin tasks

Creative Communication

• Helping create social media posts, newsletters, or updates
• Sharing stories from the project (with guidance)
• Supporting documentation such as photos, notes, or participant feedback

You don’t need to be an expert; we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

What You’ll Learn

Professional Skills

• Communication and teamwork
• Event and workshop support
• Project coordination
• Community engagement

Creative & Cultural Skills

• Understanding how creative projects are delivered
• Working with artists, facilitators and project partners
• Supporting storytelling and participation activities

Personal Growth

• Confidence
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Working independently and as part of a team

These skills can open doors to exciting careers across arts and cultural organisations, like museums, galleries, theatres, concert halls, arts centres, and local authorities, in roles such as Arts Organiser or Education Officer. They’re also highly transferable, creating opportunities in a wide range of sectors beyond the creative industries.

Entry requirements

• Interest in arts, culture, and heritage
• Positive, proactive attitude
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work with diverse groups and as part of a team
• Basic IT skills; social media familiarity is a bonus
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• A grade of 4/C GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English (preferred)
• Based in or have a connection to Bromsgrove and/or Redditch (preferred)

Training to be provided

You will be completing a Cultural and Learning Participation Officer apprenticeship Level 3. This is delivered through a programme of seminars and one‑to‑one sessions with your development coach.

Please find the full government‑approved standard here: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/cultural-learning-and-participation-officer-v1-0

Things to consider

The salary for the apprenticeship is £15,392 – £24,454 (in line with apprenticeship and age‑bands).

Who This Apprenticeship Is For – you might be a great fit if you:

• Enjoy working with people
• Are curious about creativity, culture, or community work
• Want to learn new skills in a supportive environment
• Are organised or willing to learn how to be …

You don’t need previous experience, just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

Hours per week

37 hours per week.

Working week

Monday to Friday.

Apprenticeship standard

Cultural Learning and Participation Officer (Level 3)

Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England, B61 8DA