Creative Learning Trainee at the National Gallery

Organisation: The National Gallery
Location: London, UK
Contract: Fixed-term, part-time (28 hours per week, 4 days)
Duration: Up to 22 months
Salary: £25,660.80 per annum (based on an FTE of £32,076)
Application deadline: 15 November 2026

About the Role

The National Gallery is recruiting two Creative Learning Trainees to join its Learning and National Programmes department, supporting creative learning activities for schools, children and families.

The positions offer an opportunity for individuals interested in gallery education to work alongside an experienced Learning team, develop new skills and gain practical experience in a major art institution.

The trainees will primarily support school visits and facilitate inclusive family learning in the Roden Centre for Creative Learning, helping audiences engage with paintings in the National Gallery’s collection.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome primary, secondary and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school groups visiting the Roden Centre for Creative Learning.
• Support Gallery Educators in preparing, delivering and clearing away school sessions.
• Facilitate creative learning activities for families during weekends and school holidays.
• Assist with family workshops, tours and public engagement activities.
• Develop the skills to deliver guided tours to members of the public.
• Support the Take One Picture programme, including administration and coordination.
• Assist with adult courses in the Clore Art Studio, supporting learners and educators.

Candidate Profile

The National Gallery is looking for candidates with a proven interest in arts education and gallery learning, alongside some entry-level experience working with children.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with people of different ages and backgrounds.
• An interest in inclusive creative learning and play inspired by paintings.
• Good organisational skills, attention to detail and time management.
• A creative and flexible approach to problem-solving.
• Empathy, collaboration and a commitment to improving access to the arts.
• A willingness to undertake training in safeguarding, disability awareness and creative learning facilitation.

The positions are particularly suited to individuals seeking to develop their experience in museum education, public programmes and audience engagement.

Professional Development

The trainees will work closely with Gallery Educators and programme staff across the National Gallery’s learning activities, gaining practical experience in facilitating workshops, supporting educational programmes and engaging diverse audiences.

The roles provide an opportunity to develop professional skills within a major national art institution while contributing to its commitment to accessible and inclusive learning.

Image: Courtesy of the National Gallery.