Join our team – Research Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant on an initial part-time freelance contract. 

The successful candidate will help to research sectors within the Creative Industries and collect key data that allows us to expand our organisation.

Duties include:

  • Research each sector of the creative industries from organisations through to key individuals logging huge amounts of information
  • Help to prepare extensive reports on findings
  • Ensure our current data and information is accurate and up-to-date

Person specification

  • An enthusiasm for the provision of mental health support to the creative industries
  • A background in the creative industries
  • Highly organised and efficient, with the ability to be creative, think ahead and take initiative
  • Can work both self-sufficiently and collaboratively as part of a busy organisation
  • Excellent administration and communication skills
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail 
  • Flexible, reliable and trustworthy
  • Able to handle large amounts of data
  • Experienced in using search engines and software packages such as Microsoft Excel
  • A positive, friendly and personable manner

Further information

  • This is an initial part-time position, 14 hours per week, the equivalent of two full days
  • The role can be performed remotely, but the successful candidate must be based in the UK and able to meet in person on occasion

Salary

£15 per hour

Expressions of interest

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your background and experience to Kate at admin@wellbeinginthearts.org.uk.

The deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 4th September 2026.

Online interviews will take place the following week.

The successful candidate should ideally be able to start the role in September.