Studio Assistant Application Form

British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) is seeking to appoint a part-time Studio Assistant to maintain the BCB Studio and provide support to staff, artists and visitors who use the space. The role of  Studio Assistant is ideal for those starting their career. If you are friendly, organised, energetic and interested in creativity and clay, then this could be the job for you. Please see the Studio Assistant Vacancy page for more information about the role.

 

Applications

To apply for this role, please submit the following by 10am, 29 June 2026.

You are welcome to have an informal conversation about the job or visit our studio. Please get in touch with our Studio & Community Programme Manager, Joanne Mills, at  jo@britishceramicsbiennial.com to arrange this.

 

Timings

Applications open: 28 May 2026

Deadline for receipt of applications: 10am, Monday 29 June 2026

Notification of applicants called to interview: Friday 3 July 2026

Interviews (in-person): Friday 17 July 2026

Please note that BCB cannot guarantee an interview for shortlisted candidates on an alternative date to the one stated above.

 

Application Form

Please answer the questions below.

We will be using your answers to shortlist candidates for interview.

When doing this, we will refer to the following six essential qualities in the person specification.

They are:

  • Working to and achieving deadlines
  • Working positively as part of a team
  • Able to engage individuals in a positive and engaging manner
  • Understanding of studio health and safety requirements
  • Effective communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for ceramics and the work of BCB

To stand the best chance of progressing to interview, please include examples within your answers to demonstrate how you meet this criteria.

There are further qualities listed in the person specification that are listed as desirable. Where possible, try to include any that are applicable to you in your answers below too.

You can find the job description and person specification here.

If you have any questions about this form, or you would like to submit an audio or video recording of this form, please email: jo@britishceramicsbiennial.com or phone the BCB office: 01782 294634

We cannot guarantee that your answers will be saved if you leave this page, so we would recommend that you type your answers in a separate document and paste them into the form when you are ready.

 

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