Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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British Library
The British Library has an internationally renowned collection of medieval and early modern manuscripts made in Britain and Europe before 1600. We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Cataloguer and Researcher of Medieval Manuscripts, based in the Ancient, Medieval and Early Modern Manuscripts team.
Date posted: 23/12/2025
Deadline: 18/01/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
Collections CareResearch
Salary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113
British Library
The British Library is embarking on a period of exciting transformation, with high profile capital projects, ambitious digital programmes and initiatives to grow and diversify our income and audience.
Date posted: 29/12/2025
Deadline: 18/01/2026
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
FinancialSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113
British Library
We are seeking a Cataloguer to work on the Vijayanagara Research Project archive, a collection comprising modern architectural drawings, photographs and maps documenting Hampi, Vijayanagara—a UNESCO World Heritage Site in south India.
Date posted: 08/12/2025
Deadline: 18/01/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01937
National Library of Scotland
Part time (21 hours per week), permanent, salary is £18,544 per annum.
Date posted: 31/12/2025
Deadline: 18/01/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
AdministrationEducation
Events
Salary:
£18,544Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0131 623 3718Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
£33,460 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
British Museum
Join the British Museum's Collection Care department as a Collection Manager!
Date posted: 05/01/2026
Deadline: 19/01/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £33469 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
National Galleries Scotland
Permanent and Part time (14 hours)
Salary £27,363 - £28,491 per annum pro rata (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 05/01/2026
Deadline: 19/01/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£27,363 - £28,491 per annum pro rata (pay award pending)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01316246537Museum of London
We have embarked on an extraordinary journey to create a new museum for London. It will sit in atmospheric former market buildings, at the heart of one of the capital’s 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: 22/12/2025
Deadline: 19/01/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
33460Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
Black Country Living Museum
Black Country Living Museum is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to take on the role of Public Programmes Producer. Your passion and organisation will enable you to deliver a range of innovative and inspiring programmes which successfully engage audiences in the history of the Black Country.
Date posted: 06/01/2026
Deadline: 19/01/2026
Location:
DudleyCategory:
OtherSalary:
£30,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0121 521 5690 (ext. 304)
Science Museum Group
Do you have experience working with library systems or e-resources, and enjoy using digital tools to improve access to collections and services?
Date posted: 30/12/2025
Deadline: 20/01/2026
Location:
EnglandCategory:
LibrarianSalary:
Up to £35993 per annum + 35 hours per weekContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Science Museum Group
Are you a creative programme-maker who takes pride in hunting down fresh, unexpected stories and turning them into exciting STEM experiences?
Date posted: 30/12/2025
Deadline: 20/01/2026
Location:
City of London, LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
Up to £41200 per annum + 35 hour per weekContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
National Museums Liverpool
Reporting to the Merchandising Team Leader and Merchandising Manager, the Merchandising Assistant will support efforts to maximise sales across Commercial Enterprises’ retail outlets and online shop. In this role, you’ll provide excellent customer service, manage incoming deliveries, and assist with the day-to-day running of the online store.
Date posted: 08/01/2026
Deadline: 21/01/2026
Location:
Liverpool (Midland Railway Building)Category:
AdministrationOther
Salary:
£23,007 per annum (£26,294 pro rata)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01514784444
Museum of the Home
This role is for a fundraising leader with a broad range of experience. Reporting directly to the Director and collaborating with colleagues across the Museum and the wider cultural sector, this role is integral to positioning us as the only museum of its kind in the world - exploring the meaning of home from the 1600s to the present and future.
Date posted: 06/01/2026
Deadline: 22/01/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£56,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7739 9893
National Galleries Scotland
Permanent and Part-time (20 hours)
Salary £28,707 - £29,961 per annum pro rata (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 06/01/2026
Deadline: 23/01/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
FinancialSalary:
£28,707 - £29,961 per annum pro rata (pay award pending)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01316246537
The National Archives
Join us as a Senior Archivist as part of our ongoing Military Records Project.
Date posted: 09/01/2026
Deadline: 25/01/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
ArchivistDigital
Salary:
£39,567 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
British Library
We are seeking a Relationship Manager to support the administration of the Get Ready for Business Growth programme, above all you will ensure a seamless and successful client journey for our businesses.
Date posted: 12/12/2025
Deadline: 25/01/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
OtherSalary:
£34,608 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
60255Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
The National Archives
We are looking for a security manager to oversee the invigilation of our document reading rooms and line manage our Reader Invigilation Team
Date posted: 29/12/2025
Deadline: 26/01/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSecurity
Salary:
£36,178Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 8392 5359
British Museum
Join the British Museum's Development department as their Head of Major Gifts and Legacies. This is a role suitable for fundraising leaders.
Date posted: 05/01/2026
Deadline: 26/01/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£58162 - £61820 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
The National Archives
We are looking for a highly motivated, very experienced, well respected, and creative expert to build on the success of recent years and to further develop The National Archives' preservation and operations agenda.
Date posted: 06/01/2026
Deadline: 27/01/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
ConservationSenior management
Salary:
£52,130 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979