Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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Museum of London
The Engagement Coordinator (Administration and Volunteering) role is a brand new role for the museum and is a key member of the Engagement Team and the wider Programmes, Partnerships and Learning Division, working as part of a team of cross-site Coordinators to support the development and delivery of onsite, outreach and online activities.
Date posted: 18/08/2026
Deadline: 31/08/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£30,192 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
Royal Armouries
We have an exciting opportunity for a Part Time HR & Training Officer to join the existing HR team. Reporting to the HR Manager.
Date posted: 18/08/2026
Deadline: 11/09/2026
Location:
LeedsCategory:
HRSalary:
£29,435 - £32,379 pro-rata (£17,983.68-£19,776.76)
National Portrait Gallery
We're looking for a Payroll & Data Integrity Officer to join our People & Culture team during an exciting period of transformation as we implement a new Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
Working closely with the Systems & Payroll Manager, you'll support the monthly payroll process, maintain accurate employee data & play a key role in improving data quality & supporting the implement
Date posted: 18/08/2026
Deadline: 20/08/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
HRSalary:
£32,000 - £35,555.52Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
+44 (0)20 7306 0055
Victoria & Albert Museum
The role will lead on the recruitment, on-boarding and training of volunteers, as well as developing operational frameworks and resources to support the effective delivery of volunteer-led activities.
Date posted: 18/08/2026
Deadline: 31/08/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£30,000 - £33,000Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
National Portrait Gallery
The Corporate Development team is a successful and ambitious strand of fundraising within the highly regarded Development arm of the NPG. This role will lead on the stewardship of major corporate sponsorships and partnerships, whilst also having responsibility for creating new business opportunities and growing the pool of corporate prospects.
Date posted: 18/08/2026
Deadline: 30/08/2026
Location:
39 Orange StreetCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£46,415.00Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
+447393294770
Museum of the Home
We are seeking a part-time Team Leader to support the Museum's Visitor Experience team three days per week.
Date posted: 18/08/2026
Deadline: 01/09/2026
Location:
E2 8EACategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£17,400Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 7739 9893
British Museum
We are looking for an Assistant Collection Manager to support the British Museum's ambitious Digitisation & Documentation Project!
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 24/08/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £29642 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Library
The Eccles Institute builds, cares for and shares the Americas and Oceania collection at the British Library.
We are looking for a temporary, part-time Programmes Administrator to support us during an exciting and busy period for the Institute.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 23/08/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01937
British Museum
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Administrator to join the British Museum’s Learning and Programmes department.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 30/08/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£11,856 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
N/AMuseum of London
Do you have experience of developing, delivering and evaluating activities for school groups?
Are you passionate about engaging young Londoners with their city?
This is an exciting opportunity to join our creative, award-winning Learning team, on a one-year fixed-term contract, as we work towards the opening of the new London Museum later this year.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
EducationSalary:
£34,063 per annum (£20,438 per annum pro-rata’d) plus benefitsContract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02078145611
British Library
The British Library Estates & Facilities Management department has an interesting and rewarding permanent vacancy for a Building Services Manager.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 10/09/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£43,867 - £55,542 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
Science Museum Group
CRM Support Officer
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 24/08/2026
Location:
EnglandCategory:
ITSalary:
£29000 - £35000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
University of Cambridge Museums
The Fitzwilliam Museum Events team run a broad range of events within the Museum setting, from lectures and dinners to special openings and private views.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 30/08/2026
Location:
CambridgeCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01223 764407
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term (9 months)
Salary £46,218 - £51,725 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 14/08/2026
Deadline: 26/08/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
OtherSalary:
£46,218 - £51,725 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
National Galleries Scotland
Full time, Fixed Term (3 months)
Salary £29,454 - £30,668 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
On site working
Date posted: 14/08/2026
Deadline: 24/08/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£29,454 - £30,668 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are looking for someone with significant interpersonal skills, discretion with confidential matters at all times, and excellent written communication skills, including the ability to build relationships with a wide range of colleagues of varying levels of seniority and international external contacts.
Date posted: 14/08/2026
Deadline: 30/08/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£35,561 - £36,500Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
National Gallery
This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Research Manager for the Development Department of the National Gallery, London.
Date posted: 13/08/2026
Deadline: 31/08/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£42,975Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Science Museum Group
Explainer (Part time) at Locomotion in Shildon
Date posted: 13/08/2026
Deadline: 27/08/2026
Location:
Shildon, County DurhamCategory:
EducationFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
Up to £13.45 per hourContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
The British Museum is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join its in-house Legal Services & Information Governance team.
Date posted: 13/08/2026
Deadline: 27/08/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
LegalSalary:
Up to £49829 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
The Wallace Collection
We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of The Wallace Collection as a Finance Assistant.
Date posted: 12/08/2026
Deadline: 06/09/2026
Location:
W1U 3BNCategory:
FinancialSalary:
The salary for this post is between £30,800 to £31,400 per annum dependent on skills and experience.Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02075639544