Work With Us
We’re all about bringing people together, building partnerships and improving lives – if this sounds right up your street then get in touch or apply for one of our live Arts and Heritage opportunities listed below…
Children & Young People’s Co-ordinator Â
July 2026
Our Big Picture believes that everyone has the right to art in their lives. Since 2016, we have grown from a market stall on Grimsby’s Top Town Market into North East Lincolnshire’s first dedicated community Arts and Heritage Hub, working inclusively with our communities so that everyone can shape, take part in, experience and enjoy art and heritage at its best.
We are now seeking a friendly, organised and committed Children & Young People’s Co-ordinator to join our team and help deliver Vision for Culture, our ambitious Arts Council England-funded programme placing children and young people at the heart of shaping the future of culture in North East Lincolnshire.
The Co-ordinator will work closely with the Our Big Picture team, artists, partners and our two youth boards to ensure the smooth and successful delivery of our Children & Young People’s Vision for Culture programme.
Contract type: Fixed term, 1 year (salaried)
Hours: Part-time, 17 hours per week, Monday to Friday and on a Saturday rota for activity/venue cover. There is flexibility on working days, with a minimum of two days per week.
Salary: £29,000 per annum
(pro rata) = £13,146.67 per annum for 17 hour per week.
Based at: 21 Bethlehem Street, Grimsby DN31 1JN, plus local community venues.
Key dates:
Application deadline: Wednesday 15th July 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 22nd July 2026
Appointment: 27th July 2026
How to apply: Please read the job pack, then send your CV and covering letter to paula@ourbigpicture.co.uk.
If you have any access requirements or need support with the application process, please contact jo.shaw@ourbigpicture.co.uk.
If you would like to know more about the role or book an informal chat, please contact paula@ourbigpicture.co.uk.
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Youth Voice & Experience Facilitator Post
June 2026
Our Big Picture believes that everyone has the right to art in their lives. Since 2016, we have grown from a market stall on Grimsby’s Top Town Market into North East Lincolnshire’s first dedicated community Arts and Heritage Hub, working inclusively with our communities so that everyone can shape, take part in, experience and enjoy art and heritage at its best.
We are looking for an enthusiastic recent graduate (A level or a degree or equivalent experience) to join our team as Youth Voice & Experience Facilitator, supporting our ambitious Arts Council England-funded Vision for Culture programme, which places children and young people at the heart of shaping the future of culture in North East Lincolnshire.
This is a brilliant first step for a graduate (A level or a degree or equivalent experience) who wants hands-on experience leading youth engagement within a real, live arts and cultural programme — working directly with two youth boards to help shape decisions, activity and outcomes.
Contract type: Zero-rated contract (this is a flexible post over the period of the project, designed to work alongside study or other work).
Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week, including some evenings and Saturdays.
Salary: National Living Wage, £12.71 per hour.
Age: We are particularly keen to hear from applicants aged 18–25, in line with the youth-led ethos of the programme.
Based at: 21 Bethlehem Street, Grimsby DN31 1JN, plus regional community venues.
Key dates:
Application deadline: Friday 17th July 2026
Interviews: Thursday 23rd July 2026
Appointment: 7th August 2026
How to apply: Please read the job details below, then send your CV and covering letter to paula@ourbigpicture.co.uk.
If you have any access requirements or need support with the application process, please contact jo.shaw@ourbigpicture.co.uk.
If you would like to know more about the role or book an informal chat, please contact jo.shaw@ourbigpicture.co.uk.
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Trustees we need you!
Join Our Big Picture as a Trustee — Help Shape a Creative and Inclusive Future for Greater Lincolnshire
Are you passionate about the power of arts and heritage to bring communities together, inspire young people, and
reimagine our towns and cities?
Do you want to bring your skills, experience or perspective to a creative organisation working at the heart
of Grimsby, the Humber and Greater Lincolnshire?
We’re looking for new trustees to join Our Big Picture — and help us grow our impact, strengthen our connections, and
support a more inclusive cultural future for the region.
For more information and an informal chat please contact:-
David McLeavy (Chair of Trustees) at davidmcleavy@gmail.com
For more information, visit www.ourbigpicture.co.uk or contact paula@ourbigpicture.co.uk
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ArtistsÂ
We believe everyone has the right to art in their lives.  
Through artists we work, engage and co-create with our underserved communities, accessing the transformative power of art and heritage. Our Big Picture is based in a historic Grade 2 listed building on Grimsby High Street in NE Lincolnshire. This early Georgian building has its roots in the early 1700s, with evidence of a live/workspace dating back to the 13th century as part of the old marketplace. Inspired by our rich heritage, we have transformed this space into a unique and innovative arts and heritage venue, that honours its historical significance while fostering creativity and cultural enrichment in the town centre. 
We are looking for experienced artists to submit an Expression of Interest to support the delivery of a series of diverse workshops.
We are looking for artists from a range of practices that may include traditional crafts, digital and combined arts and have experience of working with children, young people (CYP) and adults. Projects include a Creative Workshop programme with communities affected by war and conflict, the Imaginarium Programme focussing on skills development and community arts in various settings.
Projects are ongoing throughout 2026-2027 with the potential for an immediate start.
Please send examples of work, CV/artists profile and covering letter siting any projects you have been involved with that you feel showcase your skills.
Budgets will be discussed following the expression of interest.
Please submit examples of work and CV/covering letter to Jo Shaw: obpteam@ourbigpicture.co.uk
For an informal chat about any of the opportunities please do get in touch with Jo on the email above.
