We Are Hiring
Call for Artist: Mural Project at HMP Bullingdon
The Old Fire Station is seeking an artist to co-design and produce a mural in collaboration with residents at HMP Bullingdon. Working closely with our Creative Communities Coordinator, Head of Inclusion and Learning, and prison staff, the artist will deliver two 4-week creative blocks from January to March 2026. Together with residents, the artist will develop ideas, explore skills, and create a finished mural along the main entrance walkway for new residents arriving at the prison.
This project aims to provide meaningful creative activity, supporting participants to build confidence, wellbeing, and self-esteem, while celebrating teamwork and achievement through a shared artistic outcome.
Fee: £3,063 (£44/hour) + £1,200 materials
Contract: Freelance, fixed term (Dec 2025 – Mar 2026)
Deadline to apply: Tuesday 12 November 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 18 (2–4pm) and Friday 21 (9–11am) November
Contract: Freelance, fixed term (Dec 2025 – Mar 2026)
Deadline to apply: Tuesday 12 November 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 18 (2–4pm) and Friday 21 (9–11am) November
We’re looking for an artist with experience in mural-making or street art, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to inclusive, accessible creative practice. To apply, please send your CV, two examples of your work, and responses to two short questions (written or recorded) to sarah.cassidy@oldfirestation.org.uk.
- What makes you the right artist for this project?
- What creative approach might you take to the artist brief?
We are keen to learn more about the barriers to inclusion and it would be really helpful if you could also fill in our demographics monitoring form.
This is anonymous and is for us to assess how well we are doing in terms of attracting applications from people who experience discrimination.
Volunteer with Us
We are looking for people to join our lovely friendly team of Front of House volunteers. This role involves welcoming members of the audience on show nights, so is mainly evenings. You get to watch the shows too!
Interested? Then drop an email to
volunteer@oldfirestation.org.uk