Assistant Registrar (24 month FTC)

Ready to play a key role in safeguarding and transferring nationally significant collections with a methodological approach, pragmatism and attention to detail?

About the role

The Science Museum Group's Registration department is a thriving and dynamic team. We are seeking to recruit a new Assistant Registrar to work with the Collections Registrar on historic and legacy work at the Science and Innovation Park. In addition, you will be playing a pivotal part in delivery of our Transfers and Removals programme and support delivery of other Collection projects.

You will have the opportunity to expand and develop your skills and knowledge in Registration. You will be working with large complex objects, developing object hazard awareness and completing provenance research, splitting your time between office-based tasks and practical hands-on support in the Collection stores.

The role will be based at the Science & Innovation Park in Wroughton, with a hybrid home working arrangement of at least 2 days on site per week.

This role is a fixed term 24 month contract, working Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week. You will be based at the Science & Innovation Park in Wroughton, with a hybrid working arrangement of at least 2 days on site per week. We recognise that flexibility matters, so we're happy to discuss how those days could be arranged to work for both you and the team during the interview process.

About you

We're keen to hear from candidates with practical experience in museums or cultural/heritage organisations, particularly those who have coordinated loans, acquisitions, or transfers and arranged the packing and transport of objects. A solid understanding of Collections Management Systems, combined with effective organisational skills and attention to detail, will help you thrive in this role. You'll be able to manage a varied workload with tight deadlines and have the resilience and problem-solving skills to stay on track even when things don't go as planned.

The ideal candidate will communicate clearly and respectfully, build collaborative relationships across teams, and persuade colleagues to work toward shared goals. Pragmatism and flexible thinking are key, you'll often need to find practical solutions where documents or processes are not at the level you might expect. A values-driven approach, an interest in working in an open and inclusive environment, and a willingness to work independently and take initiative are essential.

Experience with hazards in collections, provenance due diligence, or the Government Indemnity Scheme is desirable, as is the confidence to speak up when you notice something that isn't right.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer

Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

* Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
* Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
* Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
* Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.
* Wellbeing. All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.
* Colleague networks. Our colleague-led networks are an informal forum for colleagues to come together to discuss topics of shared interest and lived experience. They create a space for people to exchange ideas, discuss best practice, socialise and build a sense of community.
* Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
* Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
* Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.



Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.

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