Jobs
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Science Museum Group
Senior Explainer at NSMM
Date posted: 23/02/2026
Deadline: 02/03/2026
Location:
Bradford, West YorkshireCategory:
EducationExhibitions
Front of house/visitor services
Salary:
Up to £23823.8 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Horniman Museum and Gardens
We’re looking for a creative Digital Coordinator to shape and share engaging, inclusive digital content that connects diverse audiences with the Horniman Museum and Gardens, supporting our decolonising and environmental priorities during an exciting period of new gallery and garden openings. This hands-on role is perfect for a digitally savvy storyteller who thrives in online cultures.
Date posted: 05/02/2026
Deadline: 02/03/2026
Location:
South East LondonCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£40,817 per annum fixed term (pro rata if applicable) 12 monthsContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02086991872
Sir John Soane's Museum
We are seeking to recruit specialist Guidebook Sellers to be employed on a casual basis and be responsible for greeting visitors and selling guidebooks. We are looking for people who are available to work Wednesday to Sunday. Shifts last for 4 hours and are either morning (9:45am to 1:45pm) or afternoon (12:45pm to 4:45pm). We hope to offer at least two shifts a week.
Date posted: 12/02/2026
Deadline: 02/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£13.85 per hourContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02074404273
British Museum
Apply today for a chance to help shape the future of the VSS department at the UK's number one tourist attraction!
Date posted: 17/02/2026
Deadline: 03/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
SecuritySalary:
Up to £34406 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
Join the British Museum's International Partnerships team and help shape our global collaborations!
Date posted: 17/02/2026
Deadline: 03/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Senior managementSalary:
Up to £34653 per annum + pro rataContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
Join the British Museum's Collection Documentation team in a key coordinating role!
Date posted: 17/02/2026
Deadline: 03/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £29642 per annum + pro rataContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
This is the only role of its kind in the UK. It represents an opportunity to curate and expand a world-class collection of 50,000 medals!
Date posted: 11/02/2026
Deadline: 04/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Up to £36396 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Sir John Soane's Museum
The Museum is seeking an exceptional House and Facilities Manager to work with the Conservation, Curatorial and front of house teams to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of the three Grade I listed buildings which comprise this small but high-profile national museum, which has 150,000 visitors a year.
Date posted: 19/02/2026
Deadline: 04/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£43,190Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02074404273
Black Country Living Museum
The Black Country Living Museum is seeking a Visitor Services Team Member to join the Admissions team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Museum’s front line and be part of a dynamic team at the heart of our visitor experience. You’ll greet visitors, manage their tickets, and ensure that from the moment they step through our museum doors, they enjoy a friendly and memorable experience.
Date posted: 18/02/2026
Deadline: 04/03/2026
Location:
DudleyCategory:
OtherSalary:
12.22Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0121 521 5690 (ext. 304)
National Museum of the Royal Navy
Linking Navy to Nation with inspiring stories and experiences. Here you can come aboard the most famous ships, planes, and submarines of the Royal Navy and experience them through the stories of the people who served on them.
Date posted: 11/02/2026
Deadline: 04/03/2026
Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Salary (Grade 6): £38,961 - £41,340 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
23928 94170
National Army Museum
Due to the retirement on rotation of existing members, we are seeking to appoint a number of new members to NAM Council. During this round of appointments, we are particularly looking for people experienced within the fields of building/engineering/major redevelopment/project management and development fundraising.
Date posted: 03/02/2026
Deadline: 06/03/2026
Location:
Chelsea, LondonCategory:
AdministrationBuildings and facilities
Fundraising / development
Salary:
Unremunerated (reasonable expenses are paid)Contract type:
VoluntaryHours:
OtherTelephone:
02078812444
Black Country Living Museum
Black Country Living Museum is seeking a passionate and experienced individual to join our Collections Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in collections management and the care of historic objects. If you have real enthusiasm for bringing the stories of the Black Country to life, we’d love to hear from you.
Date posted: 16/02/2026
Deadline: 06/03/2026
Location:
DudleyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
c£35,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0121 521 5690 (ext. 304)
British Museum
The Information Services department is hiring a Cyber Security Analyst to help develop and maintain the British Museum's Cyber Security capability.
Date posted: 06/02/2026
Deadline: 06/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
Up to £41723 per annum + Civil Service Pension, Hybrid, SocialsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
The National Archives
The Conservator – Archive Materials is part of a team of conservation professionals responsible for the preservation of The National Archives’ physical collection through interventive and preventive means.
Date posted: 20/02/2026
Deadline: 08/03/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
Collections CareConservation
Salary:
£33,784 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 3985 5979
University of Cambridge Museums
We invite applications for an Exhibitions Project Manager who will be responsible for managing allocated exhibitions and display projects from creative inception through to delivery, across departmental teams and external contributors to an agreed scope and following museum approval stages and reporting procedures.
Date posted: 20/02/2026
Deadline: 09/03/2026
Location:
CambridgeCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£33,951-£39,906
Tate
This is a unique opportunity to join one of the world’s leading cultural institutions and play a central role in managing its financial operations. You will bring a recognised accountancy qualification and a proven ability to navigate complex financial environments, offering strategic insight and operational excellence.
Date posted: 19/02/2026
Deadline: 11/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
FinancialSenior management
Salary:
£75,000 to £80,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874997
National Museums Liverpool
Reporting to the Duty Manager (Retail), you will assist in maximising sales within Commercial Enterprise’s retail outlets.
You will provide excellent customer service and enhance the visitor experience at all National Museums Liverpool venues.
Date posted: 26/02/2026
Deadline: 11/03/2026
Location:
Liverpool (World Museum)Category:
Front of house/visitor servicesOther
Salary:
£12.60 per hourContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01514784444
Horniman Museum and Gardens
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop the membership offer at the Horniman Museum and Gardens, overseeing a popular and growing scheme that plays a vital role in supporting our work.
Date posted: 25/02/2026
Deadline: 11/03/2026
Location:
100 London Rd, London SE23 3PQCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£29,278Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 8699 1872
Science Museum Group
Are you experienced in delivering ICT projects successfully? Are you solutions-focused with an ability to build solid working relationships?
Date posted: 25/02/2026
Deadline: 11/03/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
Up to £49379 per annum + 35 hours per weekContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Science Museum Group
Do you thrive in a busy estates environment where detail, prioritisation and proactive thinking really matter?
Date posted: 25/02/2026
Deadline: 11/03/2026
Location:
Manchester, Greater ManchesterCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
Up to £30369 per annum + 35 hours per weekContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795