Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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Museum of London
We have embarked on an extraordinary journey to create a new museum for London. The London Museum will sit in atmospheric former market buildings, at the heart of one of the capitals most historic and creative quarters, Smithfield. The New Museum project is one of the largest cultural projects in Europe and will transform the Museum, Smithfield and the City of London.
Date posted: 04/09/2026
Deadline: 16/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
34063Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
British Library
The British Library is one of the world's leading research libraries and a vibrant cultural destination, welcoming thousands of visitors each year to an extensive programme of public events, conferences, exhibitions, lectures, performances, and commercial hires.
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic AV Supervisor to join our Media team at our iconic St Pancras site.
Date posted: 04/09/2026
Deadline: 27/09/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
DigitalSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01937
National Gallery
The National Gallery is seeking a Digital Project Manager to join the digital department and help deliver digital projects that support our 10‑year strategy.
Date posted: 04/09/2026
Deadline: 20/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£40,461Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
The National Archives
We are seeking 2 User Researchers to help create outstanding user-centred digital services.
Date posted: 03/09/2026
Deadline: 17/09/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£42,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 8392 5359
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Engagement & Events Team at Tate
Join Tate’s Engagement & Events Team! You will provide essential administrative and organisational support across a busy and diverse events programme, helping to create engaging experiences for Tate’s supporters and advocates.
Date posted: 03/09/2026
Deadline: 20/09/2026
Location:
Tate BritainCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£28,864 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874987
Science Museum Group
People Assistant at the National Railway Museum
Date posted: 03/09/2026
Deadline: 10/09/2026
Location:
York, North YorkshireCategory:
HRSalary:
Up to £26503 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
The British Museum is seeking a Project Curator to work on the African Histories and Heritage Programme.
Date posted: 03/09/2026
Deadline: 01/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Up to £44719 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
The National Archives
Based within the Chief Executive’s Office, the Governance Manager – Annual Reporting and Transparency (‘the Governance Manager’) will deliver a range of activities to support The National Archives’ corporate governance function and the Keeper’s statutory responsibilities, providing dedicated lead professional secretariat support as needed.
Date posted: 02/09/2026
Deadline: 15/09/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
AdministrationOther
Salary:
£45,000 - £51,255 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313
The National Archives
The Governance Manager provides dedicated lead professional secretariat support and delivers a range of activities to support The National Archives’ corporate governance function and the Keeper’s statutory responsibilities.
Date posted: 02/09/2026
Deadline: 15/09/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
AdministrationOther
Salary:
£45,000 - £51,255 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313
Birmingham Museums Trust
Birmingham Museums Trust is currently looking for a Technician to join the team.
Date posted: 02/09/2026
Deadline: 01/10/2026
Location:
BirminghamCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesTechnician
Salary:
£28704Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N.A
National Gallery
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Commercial Officer of National Gallery Global, the National Gallery’s commercial subsidiary.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 18/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£34,000 - 36,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are seeking a Research Assistant to work on the creation of a future exhibition.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 22/09/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£28,520 - £32,925Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
Tate
We are currently recruiting for a full-time Art Handling Technician to support the delivery of Tate's programme and make sure that standards are maintained for object packing, handling, movement, documentation, storage and display.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 15/09/2026
Location:
Across Tate's London sites and WiltshireCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£28,864 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 4987
Victoria & Albert Museum
We're seeking an experienced Lead Conservator to provide technical and strategic leadership for our Books, Paper and Photographs conservation team.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 19/09/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£46,947 - £62,596Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000Museum of London
London Museum is here to enrich the understanding and appreciation of London and all its
people – past, present and future. A home for learning, exploration and adventure, we aspire to be a force for good in London, as London must be for the world.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ArchivistSalary:
34063Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
Science Museum Group
Public Programme Coordinator at the National Science and Media Museum
Date posted: 31/08/2026
Deadline: 21/09/2026
Location:
Bradford, West YorkshireCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
Up to £26265 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Membership Services Coordinator to play a key role in helping us deliver an outstanding service.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£31,979 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Science Museum Group
Are you a conservator energised by working across film, broadcast, gaming and photography collections?
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 11/09/2026
Location:
Bradford, West YorkshireCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Up to £33127 per annum + 12-month fixed term contractContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to join our Information Services department and play a key role in delivering and supporting critical IT infrastructure across the British Museum.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
ITSalary:
£49,829 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Science Museum Group
Are you experienced in supporting live projects, supporting meetings and keeping the detail right?
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 11/09/2026
Location:
City of London, LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
Up to £31000 per annum + Fixed term until March 2028Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795