Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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Museum of London
London Museum is in the middle of an exciting transformation, moving from London Wall to Smithfield. The Conservation and Collections Care department are looking for a Textile Conservator to join our multi-disciplinary team working on stabilising and packing objects and installation of the new galleries.
Date posted: 27/03/2026
Deadline: 15/04/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£32,912 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
British Library
An exciting opportunity has arisen to job share as Content Acquisition Operations Manager and lead in all aspects of policy, process and best practice development in relation to acquisitions processing across all the Library’s formats.
Date posted: 30/03/2026
Deadline: 26/04/2026
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
Collections CareDigital
Salary:
£20,106Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0113
National Gallery
The National Gallery is seeking a Content and Engagement Specialist to drive collaboration and innovation in the Heritage Science Data Service (HSDS) project, a groundbreaking initiative to transform access to heritage science data across the UK’s GLAM sector.
Date posted: 19/03/2026
Deadline: 12/04/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ScientificSalary:
£41,623 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
2479
The National Archives
Working as Content Designer in The National Archives’ Digital Services department, you will provide user-centred content design for our digital services.
Date posted: 27/03/2026
Deadline: 13/04/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
DesignDigital
Salary:
£40,765 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
Imperial War Museums
You will play a key role in improving the documentation and accountability of IWM's hazardous and licenced materials and medal collections, improving accessibility and meeting required standards. This is an opportunity to make a difference to how our audiences connect with these collections and the often deeply personal stories associated with them.
Date posted: 07/04/2026
Deadline: 08/05/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£33-£34,500Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
07731708877
British Museum
Join the British Museum's Middle East department as Curator for Reception of Ancient Middle East and Egypt.
Date posted: 20/03/2026
Deadline: 17/04/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Up to £36396 per annum + CS Pension, ICOM, ExhibitionsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
National Army Museum
The Museum is seeking an exceptional Deputy Front of House Manager to work with Visitor Experience and Visitor Welcome & Retail Assistants to ensure the safe, welcoming and commercially focused operation of our Front of House services.
Date posted: 18/03/2026
Deadline: 17/04/2026
Location:
Chelsea, LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£34,040pa plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078812410
British Library
The world-famous British Library have a rare and exciting opportunity for a permanent Desktop Technician to join our existing Technology team based in Boston Spa.
Do you:
• Get a buzz from providing a first-rate level of service?
• Want a superb work-life-balance?
• Want to be part of something you can be proud of whilst being looked after in the Public Sector?
Date posted: 07/04/2026
Deadline: 19/04/2026
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
ITSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01937
The Wallace Collection
We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of The Wallace Collection as a Development Manager: Trusts and Foundations.
Date posted: 02/04/2026
Deadline: 26/04/2026
Location:
W1U 3BNCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
The salary for this role is between £36,500 and £42,000 per annum dependent on skills and experience.Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02075639544
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Lead and deliver innovative digital projects for a world-leading library, managing multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and systems to support research, teaching, and global access to collections.
Date posted: 02/04/2026
Deadline: 29/04/2026
Location:
OxfordCategory:
ITSalary:
£49,119 - £58,265 per annum
Science Museum Group
Documentation Officer
Date posted: 02/04/2026
Deadline: 09/04/2026
Location:
City of London, LondonCategory:
Collections CareConservation
Salary:
Up to £29703 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Royal Armouries
We have an exciting opportunity for a Events & Live Interpretation Manager to join the existing Learning & Participation team.
Date posted: 02/04/2026
Deadline: 19/04/2026
Location:
LeedsCategory:
EventsSalary:
£32,932.00 to £35,896.00 per annumMuseum of London
At the heart of London, our museum is a meeting place for stories — past, present, and future. We are here to enrich understanding and appreciation of the city and all its people, offering a home where the extraordinary and the everyday collide. From the bustling markets to hidden histories, from riotous invention to quiet reflection, we celebrate London in all its richness and complexity.
Date posted: 23/03/2026
Deadline: 12/04/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£48,437 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
The National Archives
This role is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of financial systems, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and providing technical support across the organisation.
Date posted: 31/03/2026
Deadline: 21/04/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
FinancialDigital
Salary:
£37,893 - £42,002 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum is seeking a Friends & Patrons Membership Manager to join our friendly membership team.
Date posted: 06/03/2026
Deadline: 10/04/2026
Location:
Oxford Botanic Garden, Rose Lane, Oxford OX1 4AZ and Harcourt Arboretum, Oxford Lodge, Peacock Gate, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9PX.Category:
AdministrationFundraising / development
Salary:
£39,424 - £47,779 per annum (pro rata)
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world’s leading art institutions as Head of Collection Management in Tate’s Collection Care Division. Leading strategy; facilitating programme delivery; providing access to collections in storage; and planning for the future of the collection.
Date posted: 10/03/2026
Deadline: 08/04/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£61,750 - £63,750 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 8888
Museum of the Home
We are the only museum in the world dedicated to exploring the idea of home—not just as a physical space, but as something shaped by emotions, identity, society, politics, and the environment.
We are looking for a Head of Collections, Programmes and Partnerships to lead work across our collections, curatorial, community, and learning teams, in ways that are bold, equitable and climate-active.
Date posted: 07/04/2026
Deadline: 04/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareCuratorial
Education
Events
Exhibitions
Salary:
£60,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02077399893
British Library
The Library is seeking a Head of Financial Accounting, Systems and Operations, a senior strategic role responsible for delivering comprehensive, efficient and effective financial services across the Library. This is a unique opportunity to lead high performing teams, influence organisational strategy, and ensure the Library continues to meet the highest standards of financial stewardship.
Date posted: 07/04/2026
Deadline: 22/04/2026
Location:
Boston Spa/St PancrasCategory:
FinancialSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113
Imperial War Museums
As Head of Individual Giving, you will lead the strategy that drives this income. You’ll shape donor relationships at the highest level, grow key income streams, and ensure IWM continues to build long-term support from individuals across the UK and beyond.
Date posted: 30/03/2026
Deadline: 13/04/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£45,000-£48,000Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
07731708877
Tate
Tate is looking for an ambitious, creatively driven Head of Marketing to shape how millions of people discover, engage with and return to art.
Date posted: 31/03/2026
Deadline: 19/04/2026
Location:
Tate Britain, Millbank, LondonCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£72,769 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078878888