Overview
London Makers – Artist/Designer Jobs in Greater London, UK at HF Mencap
Location: Greater London
HF Mencap:
London Makers – Artists and Designers Needed
Organisation: Hammersmith and Fulham Mencap
Location: Hammersmith & Fulham (with some local travel)
Contract: 12 weeks
Hours: Full time
Salary: Day rate – 180 to 280 (dependant on experience)
Reports to: Business Development Manager (and wider Senior Management Team)
About HF Mencap
Hammersmith and Fulham Mencap is a local charity supporting people with learning disabilities to live more independent, connected and fulfilling lives.
We work alongside the people we support, their families and carers, and our community partners to create opportunities, challenge barriers and raise expectations.
We are committed to co-production, inclusion and equality, and we actively welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and/or neurodivergence.
About London Makers
London Makers is an exciting new creative programme where people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent people work as designers and makers..not just participants
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Delivered through a series of 12-week courses, London Makers brings together HF Mencap’s community, creative professionals, colleges and industry partners to co-design and produce high-quality creative work.
The programme centres shared decision‑making, accessible creative practice and real‑world showcasing, with work created to a professional standard and sold on the open market.
About the Role
We are looking for talented, collaborative artists to join London Makers
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You will mentor and work alongside participants to explore and source inspiring London‑focused images, ideas and stories, which will be developed into high‑quality products.
You will support participants to make creative decisions, build confidence, and take ownership of their work.
At HF Mencap, we only see ability, and we know you will too.
This is a hands‑on, people‑centred role, with co‑production at its heart. You will lead supported creative sessions, collaborate with creative partners, and help ensure the programme is delivered safely, accessibly and to a high standard.
The most important skills for this role are creativity, organisation, facilitation, communication, and a strong commitment to inclusive practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver London Makers sessions, including planning timetables and activities
- Support people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent participants to take part as co‑designers
- Ensure sessions are accessible, inclusive and responsive to individual needs
- Work closely with the London Makers Coordinator
- Collaborate with support staff to ensure wellbeing and safeguarding
- Help create a calm, positive and empowering environment for everyone involved
What We’re Looking For Essential
- Experience coordinating projects or programmes (community, creative, education or support settings)
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Confidence working with people with learning disabilities and/or neurodivergent people
- A values‑led approach to inclusion, accessibility and co‑production
- Good communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of people
- Understanding of safeguarding and boundaries in support settings (or willingness to learn)
Desirable
- Experience in creative, cultural or community projects
- Experience facilitating groups or workshops
- Knowledge of inclusive or participatory practice
- Experience working with partners or external organisations
What We Offer
- A supportive, inclusive and values‑led working environment
- Flexible working where possible
- The opportunity to help shape an innovative and meaningful creative programme
Our Commitment to Inclusion
HF Mencap is committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people with learning disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people from under‑represented backgrounds.
We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
- A short supporting statement (or an alternative format) explaining why you are interested in the role and how your experience meets the key requirements
If you would like to apply in a different format (for example, video or audio), please let us know.
Email applications to:
Rebecca.rawcliffe
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Title: London Makers – Artist/Designer
Company: HF Mencap
Location: Greater London, UK
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