Jobs
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Tate
Tate is seeking to engage an experienced researcher or curator with in-depth, specialist knowledge of Indigenous art with a particular emphasis on Southwest Asia and North Africa (SWANA region), to be an Adjunct Curator for the Hyundai Tate Research Centre: Transnational. The Adjunct Curator will carry out research for Tate from their country of residence as the role will be remote.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 28/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialOther
Salary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02078874997
Royal Air Force Museum
The Royal Air Force Museum is as a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity.
We have two public sites in the Midlands and London and a stored collection at Stafford. Our purpose is to share the RAF story - past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections to engage, inform and inspire.
Date posted: 06/10/2026
Deadline: 27/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
RegistrarSalary:
£27,792 - £33,928.02 per annum (depending on experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02082052266Royal Pavilion and Museums
Brighton & Hove Museums Trust is a dynamic charity dedicated to preserving and celebrating our city’s rich history. We care for over one million objects and manage some of the most iconic buildings in Brighton & Hove, none more famous than the stunning Royal Pavilion.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 05/11/2026
Location:
BrightonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£29,355 – £31,332Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
03000290900
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Individual Giving & Collection Development team!
Join us to help fundraise for Tate’s mission to make art accessible for all; to help drive Tate into the future, working with inspiring content and ground breaking projects, in amazing spaces, and as part of a passionate, inclusive and welcoming team.
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 23/10/2026
Location:
Tate BritainCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£28,864 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874987
Imperial War Museums
Support the safe and efficient operation of IWM Duxford's licensed aerodrome by providing Flight Information Services, coordinating airfield activities and supporting flying operations, air shows and visitor experiences at one of the world's leading aviation heritage sites.
Date posted: 02/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
OtherSalary:
£29,000 to £31,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
National Library of Scotland
29 hours per week, 12 month fixed term maternity cover post.
Salary:£32,173 (£26,657 pro-rata) per annum
Based in Glasgow at the Kelvin Hall.
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 17/10/2026
Location:
GlasgowCategory:
EventsFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
26,657Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0131 623 3718
National Museums Liverpool
As Learning Facilitator, you will deliver engaging learning experiences that connect children, young people and educators with our collections, stories and spaces. Through workshops, events and activities, you'll inspire curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love of learning.
Date posted: 15/10/2026
Deadline: 11/11/2026
Location:
Liverpool (World Museum)Category:
EducationFront of house/visitor services
Other
Salary:
£27,240 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
Birmingham Museums Trust
We are looking for someone who can lead marketing campaigns that bring Birmingham's rich cultural heritage to thousands of visitors across nine iconic museum venues.
Date posted: 30/09/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BirminghamCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£29,850 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N.A
Glasgow Museums
We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life, and that starts with the people who work here. As a Development Assistant, you'll support fundraising and giving programmes, helping deliver an excellent experience for donors and members. Join a team dedicated to making a real difference through culture and sport in Glasgow.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
GlasgowCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£28,779.46 - £30,921.53Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0141 2874350
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are looking for three individuals to join our teams in the Technical Services department.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£28,629Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
National Museums Liverpool
As Collections Documentation Officer, you will support the management and improvement of collections information, helping to maintain accurate, consistent and accessible records. Through data quality and documentation work, you'll help ensure collections information is fit for future use.
Date posted: 15/10/2026
Deadline: 04/11/2026
Location:
Liverpool (Hybrid)Category:
AdministrationCollections Care
IT
Registrar
Digital
Salary:
£28,896 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
Imperial War Museums
IWM Duxford is seeking an Air Show Assistant to support the planning and delivery of our internationally renowned air shows and flying events. Working closely with the Air Show Team and Flying Display Directors, you'll coordinate event administration, prepare operational documentation, support stakeholders and help deliver outstanding events that attract visitors from across the UK and beyond.
Date posted: 16/10/2026
Deadline: 16/11/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
OtherSalary:
£24,000 - £25,340Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
British Museum
This is an exciting opportunity to join the British Museum’s Loans & Display team, helping to deliver the Museum’s busy programme of exhibitions as well as UK and international loans.
Date posted: 13/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join Tate’s Digital team, producing videos, games and other digital content and experiences for kids and families.
You will be responsible for Tate Kids, Tate’s dedicated online space for 4–12 year olds to play games, quizzes, watch videos and learn about art.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 22/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874997
Science Museum Group
Corporate Relationships Manager (Membership) at the Science Museum, London
Date posted: 12/10/2026
Deadline: 26/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
Up to £39729 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
We are recruiting two Database and Income Processing Officers to join our Development/Fundraising Strategy and Operations team.
Date posted: 12/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
ITSalary:
£37,221 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/ANational Museum of the Royal Navy
RNM: Naval Aviation is a vibrant and varied visitor attraction, bringing together ticketing, retail, catering, events and a wide range of visitor experiences across the site. Our Visitor Experience team works across all these areas to help every visitor feel safe, welcome and inspired.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 06/11/2026
Location:
YeoviltonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Salary (Grade 5) – £31,064 - £32,507 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
023928 94170
National Portrait Gallery
The Membership Officer (Operations) is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and administration of membership services, member communications and membership events.
Acting as a key point of contact for members, the role ensures a high standard of customer service, maintains accurate membership records and supports member engagement through effective communication and event delivery.
Date posted: 13/10/2026
Deadline: 01/11/2026
Location:
39 Orange StreetCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£33,875Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7306 0055
British Museum
This role offers the opportunity to combine scholarship, creativity and public engagement, working with outstanding collections and specialist colleagues to develop exhibitions for audiences around the world.
Date posted: 13/10/2026
Deadline: 01/11/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£31,413.20 per annum (£44,876 FTE)Contract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
N/A
Lakeland Arts
An opportunity to shape the people culture of one of Cumbria's most distinctive cultural charities.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to make a genuine and lasting difference at Lakeland Arts, an independent cultural charity bringing together art, heritage, tourism and hospitality across three distinctive sites in Cumbria.
Date posted: 16/10/2026
Deadline: 31/10/2026
Location:
Windermere and Kendal, CumbriaCategory:
HRSalary:
£40,000 Pro RataContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
07557674537