Jobs
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Lakeland Arts
he role is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Lakeland Arts’ properties, car parks, and surrounding land. It provides both technical and practical support across a range of maintenance activities, working closely with other departments to maintain a safe environment for staff and deliver an exceptional experience for visitors.
Date posted: 03/11/2026
Deadline: 15/11/2026
Location:
Windermere and Kendal, CumbriaCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
28,000 Pro RataContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
07557674537Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
34000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
British Museum
This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a busy and varied department, providing trusted support to a Director.
Date posted: 05/11/2026
Deadline: 26/11/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
Up to £44876 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
FinancialOther
Salary:
£92,684 - £110,106 per annum, dependent on experienceContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02392 891370
Imperial War Museums
At IWM, we're driven by a shared purpose: helping people understand the causes, course and consequences of conflict and its impact on people's lives. As an Exhibitions Workshop & Display Technician, you'll play a hands-on role in maintaining and enhancing the galleries and exhibitions that bring these stories to life.
Date posted: 09/11/2026
Deadline: 30/11/2026
Location:
IWM Lambeth RoadCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£29,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Imperial War Museums
Through expert object handling, mount-making, art installation and display preparation, you'll help ensure that objects, artworks and exhibition elements are presented professionally, interpreted effectively and protected throughout their display life.
Date posted: 06/11/2026
Deadline: 16/11/2026
Location:
IWM Lambeth RoadCategory:
DesignSalary:
£274.31 per dayContract type:
OtherHours:
Part timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
This is a great opportunity to join the British Museum’s Finance team in a varied, hands-on role that plan an important part in the Museum’s day-to-day financial operations.
Date posted: 03/11/2026
Deadline: 16/11/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
FinancialSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Imperial War Museums
The Flight Information Service Officer (FISO) plays a vital role in maintaining the safety, efficiency and reputation of IWM Duxford's airfield. Through clear communication, sound judgement and adherence to aviation regulations, you'll help ensure the safe movement of aircraft and the effective coordination of airfield operations.
Date posted: 11/11/2026
Deadline: 29/11/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£29,000 to £31,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
National Gallery
We are looking for enthusiastic Guest Experience Hosts to join our Gallery team on a permanent basis. Positions are available with 15-hour, 25-hour, and 30-hour weekly contracts.
Date posted: 04/11/2026
Deadline: 17/11/2026
Location:
National Gallery, LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
OtherTelephone:
020 7747 2885
University of Cambridge Museums
We invite applications for our new Head of Commercial role to lead on commercial strategy and income. Working closely with, and reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the post-holder will have lead responsibility for making decisions about growing, sustaining and delivering this critical income stream as part of the Museum's business model.
Date posted: 30/10/2026
Deadline: 22/11/2026
Location:
CambridgeCategory:
Senior managementSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01223 764 407
British Museum
The Head of Data and Insight provides strategic leadership for the data, systems and operational processes at the British Museum.
Date posted: 09/11/2026
Deadline: 23/11/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£60256 - £67828 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
National Museums Scotland
We are looking for an experienced and collaborative leader with a passion for creating exceptional audience experiences to join our Exhibitions & Design team.
Date posted: 20/10/2026
Deadline: 16/11/2026
Location:
National Museum of Scotland, EdinburghCategory:
DesignExhibitions
Salary:
£64,762 - £73,428Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01312474152
British Library
As our new Head of Philanthropy and Events, you will play a pivotal leadership role in delivering the ambitious fundraising plans that will help realise the Library’s vision.
Date posted: 02/11/2026
Deadline: 30/11/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
EventsFundraising / development
Other
Salary:
£54,728 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
Imperial War Museums
As Head of Statutory Financial Reporting, you'll play a key leadership role within the Finance & Governance team, ensuring that IWM continues to be a trusted, accountable and financially resilient public body and charity.
Date posted: 04/11/2026
Deadline: 29/11/2026
Location:
IWM Lambeth RoadCategory:
FinancialSalary:
£72,500 to £75,00 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
The National Archives
Shape our future workforce. Help our people thrive. Turn ambition into lasting change.
Date posted: 10/11/2026
Deadline: 23/11/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
HRSalary:
£64,178Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 8392 5359
Tate
We are looking to appoint two administrators – a Major Gifts Administrator and an Individual Giving & Collection Development Administrator – to join Tate’s Development division.
Date posted: 06/11/2026
Deadline: 19/11/2026
Location:
Tate BritainCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£29,759 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874987
National Galleries Scotland
Part-time 17 hours per week (2.5 days)
Fixed Term to 31 March 2030
Salary £37,614 - £41,138 per annum pro rata
Plus generous benefits package
On site with flexible working
Date posted: 04/11/2026
Deadline: 12/11/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£37,614 - £41,138Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01316246537
British Museum
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Image Makers: exploring photographs from Africa, a project focused on significant historic photographic collections from Zimbabwe and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Date posted: 03/11/2026
Deadline: 16/11/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£19,480.80 per annum (£32,468 FTE)Contract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
This is an opportunity to join the British Museum as Project Curator, undertaking and directing research into early fire in the Palaeolithic.
Date posted: 05/11/2026
Deadline: 19/11/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Up to £46329 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
This is an opportunity to work with the British Museum's Later Medieval collections!
Date posted: 22/10/2026
Deadline: 19/11/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Up to £37706 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000