Learning Facilitator

Learning Facilitator for Free Learning Programme (Term Time)

Hours: 6-12 Hours per week, Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays, 9:30am-3pm

Rate: £12.75 per hour

Location: Jupiter Artland, Bonnington House Steadings, EH27 8BY

Deadline: 09:00 13th April 2026

Contract type: Seasonal, permanent

Reporting to Senior Learning Manager

Summary of Role

Jupiter Artland is an award‑winning contemporary sculpture garden located just outside Edinburgh. Founded in 2009, it is now home to over 30 permanent and unique site‑specific sculptures and has grown into one of Scotland’s most significant arts organisations, with an international reputation for innovation and creativity. The seasonal programme includes carefully curated exhibitions and events that showcase and champion a plethora of artists, both emerging and established. Education and learning have always been at the heart of everything we do. The Learning programme offers various free learning initiatives to schools, universities and community groups as well as a range of educational workshops and courses. These immersive and experiential programmes utilise a considered blend of cross‑curriculum opportunities with the benefits of being outside in natural woodland.

We are seeking two individuals to support the delivery of our free learning experiences to groups across 3 days per week during school term time (Feb‑July & Aug‑Dec). This role would suit someone looking for a flexible position operating within the school day with experience in contemporary visual arts and/or creative education.

Key responsibilities, tasks, duties

• Lead on term‑time group education visits and deliver collection‑inspired creative workshops for learners from early years through to university stage.
• Lead educational visits with schools, universities and teacher CPD.
• Work independently.
• Contribute to and develop resources and lesson plans for our resource bank and educational visits.
• Oversee course content, ensuring it is recorded and saved.
• Order all learning resources as required.
• Contribute to evaluation reporting as required.

General Responsibilities

• Ensure learning activities are run safely in line with Jupiter Artland’s policies and procedures, including briefings for freelance staff and volunteers.
• Contribute to upkeep of Learning Classrooms and general maintenance and report any issues to the grounds team as they arise.
• Assist and be present for Jupiter’s major annual events such as Easter, Jupiter Rising, Halloween and Christmas Fair unless otherwise agreed with line‑manager.
• Comply with Jupiter Artland’s policies and procedures as set out in the staff handbook including health and safety, equal opportunities and environmental sustainability.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings when requested.
• Occasional evening work and weekend work may be required.
• Undertake any additional tasks that may be reasonably required.

Role Requirements

• Candidate must complete a level 2 PVG check and register with Disclosure Scotland.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Experience leading creative learning experiences.
• Experience of working with children with additional support needs.
• Knowledge and understanding of broader contemporary sculptural practices.
• Experience delivering creative learning within a schools or education setting.
• Qualification in creative arts degree or similar experience.
• Additional training in participation, child protection or similar skillset.
• Awareness of curriculum for excellence.
• Full UK Drivers Licence.

Application Deadline

Please send a CV & covering letter of no more than 500 words to Senior Learning Manager Helen King, detailing your suitability for the role by 09:00 on 13th April.