Sheepscar Beck

Artist Commission

We are looking for an artist to develop a new site-responsive public artwork for Sheepscar Beck in Mabgate, Leeds, working in partnership with Leeds City Council’s Flood Alleviation Team.

The selected artist will be developing the artwork through a community co-creation process, delivering a series of workshops with local residents and businesses. These workshops will inform the final design. The finished work will take the form of metal panels integrated into the fencing of this new public space, drawing attention to the Beck and its role in protecting the area from flooding.

Artist fee: £4,550
Production budget: £15,000
Application deadline: 13 April 2026, 9am

Three artists will be shortlisted and invited to develop a proposal, with a £200 fee available for this stage.

Please read the info pack below before applying.

Zine Artist Commission

We’re looking for an artist to document our upcoming Routing/re:rooting project through a small printed zine, working alongside participants from our women’s drama group and lead artist Mahshid Alavi.

You’ll spend time in sessions, getting to know the group and the process, and finding ways to capture what’s being shared, from movement and cultural references to conversations, stories and small moments along the way. The final zine will bring these together in a way that feels accessible and true to the project.

Artist fee: £1000

Materials Budget: £500

Application Deadline: 20th April 2026

Please read the info pack below before applying

Garden Gremlins

Artist Mini Residency

We’re looking for an artist to lead a short, play-based residency as part of Garden Gremlins, our outdoor arts and play programme in the Roxby Community Garden.

The selected artist will work over four days alongside families, playworkers and the Mafwa team, creating play-based, nature-focused activities in the garden. The sessions will be flexible and responsive, with a focus on creative play, connection and collaboration.

Together, you will create temporary artistic outcomes in the space, co-created by participants and shaped by the environment.

Artist fee: £1000

Materials budget: £400

Application deadline: 27th April

Shortlisted artists will be invited to attend a site visit and develop a proposal, with a £200 fee available for this stage.

Please read the info pack below before applying

Lincoln Greeners

Support Worker

We’re looking for a Support Worker to support our weekly community gardening sessions in the Roxby Community Garden in Leeds.

Working alongside our Green Engagement Lead, you’ll help deliver sessions, support participants and care for the garden. This is a practical, people-facing role, supporting everything from planting and maintenance to set-up, admin and helping sessions run smoothly.

Lincoln Greeners is a free, open gardening group where people come together to grow food, learn new skills and spend time outdoors. As Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming and supportive space each week.

Rate: £20/hour
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: May – October 2026
Location: Roxby Community Garden, LS9

Application deadline: 5 May 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a Lincoln Greeners session on Tuesday 19 May as part of the process.

Please read the info pack below before applying