Next Us: Supporting Lambeth NEET Youth (16-24) Into Creative & Digital Careers

Next Us is a year-long programme that aims to support Lambeth residents aged 16 to 24 and not in education, employment or training (NEET) into careers in the Creative and/or Digital sectors.

With 1:1 wraparound support from Creative Link Workers, participants will explore pathways into employment, education and training as well as gain access to paid opportunities including Creative ‘pre-employment’ Bootcamps, guaranteed interviews, internships and work experience placements.

This project is part-funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund

Eligibility Criteria:

Lambeth resident
16 to 24 years old
Not in Employment, Education or Training

And fall into one or more of the categories below:

Homeless or at risk of homelessness
Care experienced 
Ex-offender
Carer/ex-carer
Refugee
Involved in Substance Misuse 
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Childcare responsibilities

Creative Bootcamps:

Our pre-employment bootcamps are designed to offer young people the opportunity to gain an insight into a specific creative discipline by working to a creative brief, alongside developing the skills necessary to enter the work of work/education. From visits to talks from industry professionals, to support with developing CVs and/or portfolios, the Creative Bootcamps offers an exciting opportunity to learn more about an area of interest or to be introduced to something completely new.

Creative Bootcamps are a 2 week programme and an incentive to participate is provided at £50 per week.

Creative Taster Days:

This is an opportunity to join a creative/digital organisation for the day to gain an insight into careers and opportunities available within the sectors through talks with industry professionals and the opportunity to work on a creative project to get first-hand experience on what it would be like.

This is a 1 day programme where an incentive to participate is provided at £20 for the day.

Internships:

In January 2025, our 6-month internships will start. From roles such as digital marketing and content creation to podcasting and producing, participants will get the opportunity to work with a variety of organisations and learn new skills to kickstart their creative and/or digital careers.

Guaranteed interviews will be offered to applicants who have attended one of the three Creative Bootcamps.

All internships will be for a minimum of 15 hours a week and paid at London Living Wage (£13.15 p/hr).

Work Experience Placements:

Our 20 hour work experience placements allows participants to get a taste of what it’s like to work in the Creative and/or Digital sector with one of community organisations without having to commit to a long period of time. From working in galleries to creative youth organisations, participants will get the opportunity to see what it’s like to explore an area of work they may not have previously considered.

Guaranteed interviews will be offered to applicants who have attended one of the three Creative Bootcamps.

All work experience opportunities are paid at London Living Wage.

Creative Link Workers:

Will offer 1:1 support to all participant who join the programme. From helping them to develop CVs, apply for jobs or education opportunities, to being there as a point of contact should any concerns arise. Creative Link Workers will be there to support participants throughout every step of their journey.

Additional Support Fund:

We understand that there are a variety of barriers that can prevent young people from accessing opportunities that are available. Therefore, we have set up an additional support fund that will cover things such as childcare and travel costs, access needs, help to purchase ID and more. Should any issues arise, just speak to your Creative Link Worker.

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Current Opportunities

Job title: Programme Assistant (Public Programmes)
Location: Studio Voltaire, 1a Nelsons Row, London, SW4 7JR
Hours: 16 hours per week (2 days a week from 10 am to 6 pm)
Duration: 6 months fixed-term contract
Salary: London Living Wage
The Programme Assistant (Public Programmes) works directly with our Curatorial team to ensure the successful planning and delivery of a dynamic Public Programmes.
Studio Voltaire’s year-round Public Programme of talks, workshops, performances, screenings, live events, and open studios inspires, excites and engages, allowing a closer relationship between the audience, the artist and the production of ground-breaking new work and ideas.
The Programme Assistant (Public Programmes) ensures the organisation’s public-facing events are executed smoothly and efficiently, working closely with the Programme team to enrich our offer for audiences in Lambeth, nationally and internationally.
To find out more and how to apply, please see: Studio Voltaire: Programme Assistant (Public Programmes)
Closing date: 10 am on Monday, 15th December 2025.
Job title: Programme Assistant (Civic and Learning)
Location: Studio Voltaire, 1a Nelsons Row, London, SW4 7JR
Hours: 16 hours per week (2 days a week from 10 am to 6 pm)
Duration: 6 months fixed-term contract
Salary: London Living Wage
The Programme Assistant (Civic and Learning) works directly with the Curator (Civic and Learning) and Assistant Curator (Civic) to ensure the successful planning and delivery of a dynamic and accessible programme of learning workshops, artist-led projects and events.
Studio Voltaire’s pioneering Civic and Learning Programmes collaborate closely with artists, schools, health organisations and community groups to test new ways that artists and communities can work together.
The Programme Assistant (Civic and Learning) supports the day-to-day administration and delivery of the Civic and Learning programme, assisting the department in delivering a vital year-round programme.
To find out more and how to apply, please see: Studio Voltaire: Programme Assistant (Civic and Learning)
Closing date: 10 am on Monda,y 15th December 2025.
Job title: Programme Assistant (Civic and Learning)
Location: Studio Voltaire, 1a Nelsons Row, London, SW4 7JR
Hours: 16 hours per week (2 days a week from 10 am to 6 pm)
Duration: 6 months fixed-term contract
Salary: London Living Wage
The Commercial Assistant works closely with the Retail and Commercial Manager and Commercial Coordinator in the operation of Studio Voltaire’s thriving commercial activity, including House of Voltaire and venue hires.
House of Voltaire commissions and sells unique artworks, limited edition prints and specially commissioned homewares, clothing and accessories by leading international artists and designers. All purchases support Studio Voltaire’s artistic and public programmes. The Commercial Assistant supports onsite and e-commerce sales, stock management, store operations, sales tracking, customer service and merchandising.
The Commercial Assistant will gain valuable training and experience in the process of commissioning, production, launch and promotion of artist-made works and saleable products, within a visual arts setting.
To find out more and how to apply, please see: Studio Voltaire: Commercial Assistant
Closing date: 10 am on Monday, 15th December 2025.
Job title: Development Researcher Intern
Location: Clapham Old Town
Hours: 16 hours per week
Duration: 6 months fixed-term contract
Salary: London Living Wage
POSTCARD
We are a small and friendly team with a passion for telling stories that shine a light on extraordinary people, places and ideas. We work collaboratively to think about how we tell these stories, what they should look like on screen and how we can challenge traditional ways of doing things. We believe it’s a privilege to take audiences into the worlds of the people who open up their stories to us and are always excited about how we can drive impact through our films on and off screen.
https://www.postcard-productions.com/
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Development is the process by which we create our documentary content ideas to pitch to broadcasters and other funders to secure commissioners. The intern will support our Development Team with originating ideas and developing them to become ready for pitching.
To find out more and how to apply please see: Postcard: Development Researcher Intern
Closing date: 10 am on Friday, 19th December 2025.
Job title: Marketing Intern
Location: International House, Brixton
Hours: 16 hours per week
Duration: 6 months fixed-term contract
Salary: London Living Wage
STEP NOW
STEP NOW is a youth organisation with a mission to equip young people aged 11-25 with the knowledge to make better choices earlier in life. We do this by educating, mentoring, and empowering them with the best life tools to STEP into adulthood.
The Role
As a marketing intern you will support STEP NOW with their marketing by creating content and promotional materials. Create campaigns and offer support at events, workshops and across their programmes.
To find out more and how to apply please see: STEP NOW: Marketing Intern
Closing date: Friday 19th December 2025