Cultural Learning & Participation Officer Apprentice

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This apprenticeship gives you the chance to work towards this aim while gaining a recognised qualification. You’ll learn on the job, supported by the Project Manager, Skills Development Coordinator, Young Solutions, and by Creative Alliance, who deliver the training.

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

As a Cultural Learning & Participation Officer Apprentice, you’ll support the planning, delivery, and communication of creative and community‑focused activities. Your tasks may include:

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

Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll develop:

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.

Training:

You will be completing a Cultural and Learning Participation Officer apprenticeship Level 3. 

This is delivered through a programme of seminars and a 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

Training Outcome:

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Employer 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

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (flexible, including some evenings/weekends).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental