Job Description: Facilitator – RISE
Mission statement for Worcester Mela
To create something that has never been done before in Worcester, that showcases what is unique and inclusive about South Asian heritage and tradition with diverse and ambitious projects. With a focus on involving both national and local artists to provide immersive, multidisciplinary experiences, with exploration of both traditional and contemporary practice. We will bring together different communities and provide a shared experience that will unite the city through culture, colour, and creativity. This will be driven by an intergenerational ethos, strengthening the integration of all communities to cultivate, nurture and encourage the exploration of arts and culture.
Overview
We are seeking a passionate and culturally aware Facilitator to support the delivery of RISE, a creative digital arts project engaging young South Asian people in Worcester. This role involves working directly with young participants (aged 13–18) to build trust, encourage creative expression, and support their well-being and personal development.
By giving the young people, a voice to share the challenges faced you will be responsible for co-creating a digital platform that explores these issues. The digital asset will not only be informative but interactive, giving viewers an opportunity to better understand behaviours and decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement
- Build strong, trusting relationships with young South Asian participants.
- Create inclusive, safe, and youth-led spaces for open dialogue and creative exploration.
- Support young people in expressing themselves through digital and creative arts.
Project Delivery
- Lead or co-facilitate engaging creative workshops (e.g., storytelling, music, art, digital media).
- Work closely with artists and partners to shape culturally relevant and responsive content.
- Be present at all workshops and related events to offer consistent support.
- Help coordinate logistics (attendance, safeguarding documentation, consent forms, etc.).
Evaluation
- Maintain accurate records of participation and engagement.
- Gather feedback and support evaluation through surveys, interviews, and case studies.
Fee
20 days at £200 per day = £4000 inclusive.
The facilitator will be contracted on a freelance basis and responsible for their own tax and National Insurance.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover letter (max 1 page) outlining your experience and why you’re interested in the role to: producer@worcestermela.org.uk
Deadline: Monday 1st December 2025 midday (late applications will not be considered)
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 8th Dec 2025.
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience delivering creative, educational, or youth-led projects (formal or informal).
- Understanding of challenges facing young South Asian people (e.g., identity, integration, discrimination).
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
- Strong organisational skills; reliable and self-motivated.
- Commitment to inclusive practice and amplifying underrepresented voices.
- Flexible and able to travel within Worcester for sessions.
- Public Liability Insurance.
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
Desirable
- Lived experience of the South Asian diaspora or strong understanding of its cultural contexts.
- Experience with co-creation or youth-led arts initiatives.
- Familiarity with digital platforms used in creative storytelling (e.g., audio, video, social media).
- Youth work qualifications and/or safeguarding training.
