BASE Mentor and Dance Instructor (Internship), London

Streetz Ahead is seeking a BASE Mentor and Dance Instructor Intern to join its youth arts and wellbeing programmes in Haringey. This 12‑month paid internship combines dance, mentoring and mental health support for children and young people in school and community settings. Working under the supervision of senior mentors and dance teachers, the intern will support social and emotional learning through BASE mentoring sessions and assist in delivering after‑school dance clubs. The role offers structured training, shadowing and professional development, making it ideal for a recent graduate or early‑career professional interested in youth work, arts education or wellbeing.

• Interest in working with children and young people in educational and community settings
• Passion for dance, creative practice and wellbeing
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Willingness to learn, reflect and develop professionally
• Reliability, organisation and time management
• Understanding of (or willingness to learn) safeguarding and mentoring practices

Salary: £24,479 per annum (35 hours per week at UK Living Wage £13.45)

Closing date: 02 Feb

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Applications close on Monday 2 February. Successful applicants will be invited to an interview. Outcome will be announced by 23 February.

This is a learning role – no prior professional experience required, just a willingness to train, shadow and grow into the position.

Contact name: Elizabeth Lahav
Contact email:

Organisation: Streetz Ahead
Sector: Music & Performance
Job level: Junior
Type level: Full time
Posted: 21 Jan

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or age.