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From front of house to behind the scenes to artists opportunities, we offer a wide range of roles for all.

Learning Assistant

Attenborough Arts Centre is inviting applications for a Learning Assistant to join our Learning and Communities team, on a fixed term basis until March 2028.

The Learning Assistant role will provide administrative support for the multi award-winning SENsory Atelier Programme which brings artists and their artistic practice to collaborate with pupils in 14 SEN Schools in Leicestershire. This role will work as a member of the Learning and Communities team providing administrative support, liaising with artists, overseeing bookings from schools and other groups, including children, young people, schools, families. This position also works closely with the SENsory Atelier Programme Manager to provide tailored a Joint Practice Development and Continuing Professional Development programme for Teachers and Classroom Assistants.

Vacancy terms: Part-time 7 hours per week, 0.2 FTE, fixed term until 31 March 2028

Salary details: £24,590 to £26,707 per annum, pro-rata

Advert closes midnight on: Tuesday 16 June 2026

To learn more and apply, click here to visit the University of Leicester Job Site.

Recruitment to Advisory Board

Attenborough Arts Centre is seeking new trustee’s to join us as Advisory Board Members. You will help us shape the future of one of the UK’s leading centres for inclusive contemporary arts and culture. With a mission to make creativity accessible to all, Attenborough Arts Centre champions artists, communities and participation through contemporary visual arts, performance, learning and engagement programmes.

Attenborough Arts Centre is entering an exciting new chapter. Guided by an ambitious Business Plan to 2030, we are focused on growing our national profile, delivering our mission of Art For All, and building a financially sustainable future. As we approach our 30th birthday in 2027, we are seeking new Advisory Board members to help shape the next stage of our journey. We are particularly keen to hear from people with expertise in artistic programming, museums and galleries leadership, co-design with communities, placemaking, business innovation, venue operations and large-scale capital project delivery.

Our Advisory Board is made up of half internal University of Leicester members and half external  members. You do not need previous Board experience. We value both professional and lived experience and are committed to broadening representation across our Advisory Board, so it better reflects the communities we engage with. We are especially keen to hear from disabled people, who remain underrepresented within the cultural sector.

We would love to hear from people who:

  • Are passionate about the work of Attenborough Arts Centre
  • Demonstrate integrity and commitment to the Nolan principles of public life
  • Share our commitment to accessibility, inclusion and creativity
  • Want to contribute strategically to the future vision and impact of this well-loved cultural venue

This is a voluntary opportunity to support an ambitious organisation at the heart of the University and Leicester’s cultural life.

For more information and to receive the candidate pack, please contact Debra Young of Purple Light Consulting Limited on 020 8458 5460 or email at debra@purple-light.co.uk

The closing date for applications is:

  • 11:59pm on Monday 15 June 2026 for University of Leicester candidates
  • 11:59pm on Thursday 2 July 2026 for external candidates

Recruitment Pack

To download the Advisory Board Recruitment Pack click here.

Volunteering

We are looking for Gallery Assistant Volunteers for our next exhibition. 

Volunteers are important members of Attenborough Arts Centre front of house team. They are people who share a love of the arts, giving their time to contribute to the continued success of the centre.

As a Volunteer, you will be part of an organisation with decades of experience in providing performances, courses, workshops and activities for children and families.

You would be a public face for Attenborough Arts Centre, providing support and assistance within our gallery spaces. Ensuring our customers and visitors have a positive and enjoyable experience during their visit and aiding in their desire to return.

Contact Noreen Gallagher (Volunteer Coordinator) at aacvolunteer@leicester.ac.uk with a short paragraph explaining your interest in the Gallery Assistant role at Attenborough Arts Centre.