Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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National Gallery
We are looking for a commercially minded and collaborative Membership & Supporters’ House Manager to lead the delivery and day‑to‑day management of the Gallery’s membership proposition and exclusive Supporters’ House within the Loyalty, Sales and Ticketed Experiences (LSTE) department.
Date posted: 24/04/2026
Deadline: 14/05/2026
Location:
National Gallery, LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
41,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 2885
Horniman Museum and Gardens
We are looking for an organised and proactive Membership & Fundraising Assistant to help support the successful operation of the Horniman’s individual giving schemes, primarily focussed on the popular Membership scheme. This includes administration, communications and supporting campaigns and exclusive events.
Date posted: 22/04/2026
Deadline: 14/05/2026
Location:
100 London Rd, London SE23 3PQCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£28,377Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 8699 1872Museum of London
We’re transforming how people access and engage with our collections, and this apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in library and archive work while working towards the Library, Information and Archive Service Assistant Level 3 qualification through the Westminster Adult Education Service.
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 10/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ArchivistLibrarian
Other
Salary:
Minimum of £19,801 per annum, up to £23,195 per annum in line with National Living Wage, plus benefitsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
19801Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
National Museums Liverpool
Lead the Estates Capital Programme, managing the capital pipeline, projects and resources across the organisation. A key role overseeing project delivery, procurement and decarbonisation planning, while supporting and developing colleagues within the Estates team.
Date posted: 01/05/2026
Deadline: 27/05/2026
Location:
Liverpool (Hybrid)Category:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£43,497 per annum (Pay award pending)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
Science Museum Group
Lead Digital Exhibit Technician
Date posted: 27/04/2026
Deadline: 04/05/2026
Location:
City of London, LondonCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£41200 - £43369 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Science Museum Group
Interpretation Manager
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 07/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£41200 - £42024 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
We are seeking an exceptional Interim Commercial Director with an international profile to lead our commercial enterprise.
Date posted: 01/05/2026
Deadline: 15/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Up to £115000 per annum + Hybrid, 27 days annual leave, pensionContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Imperial War Museums
Imperial War Museums (IWM) wishes to appoint a new Army Trustee. IWM traditionally has a Trustee on its Board from each of the three branches of the armed forces.
Date posted: 26/03/2026
Deadline: 05/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
TrusteeSalary:
N/AContract type:
OtherHours:
Part timeTelephone:
07731708877
Tate
Tate is looking for a Heritage Science Data specialist to join our team!
Date posted: 07/04/2026
Deadline: 04/05/2026
Location:
Tate Britain, MillbankCategory:
ConservationSalary:
19895Contract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02078874987
British Library
The British Library Estates & Facilities Management department has an interesting and rewarding permanent vacancy for a Facilities Helpdesk Operator. The role is based in St Pancras, where we provide services and support for both our sites at St Pancras, London & Boston Spa, Yorkshire.
Date posted: 23/04/2026
Deadline: 17/05/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
OtherSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
48697Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792Location:
LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
65000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
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
National Museums Liverpool
Lead the Portable Antiquities Scheme across the North West, recording archaeological finds, supporting Treasure cases and engaging with finders, museums and communities. This is a varied and rewarding role blending finds research, public engagement and collaborative working.
Date posted: 01/05/2026
Deadline: 27/05/2026
Location:
Liverpool (Museum of Liverpool), with outreach work at partner museums across Manchester, Chester and MerseysideCategory:
AdministrationCollections Care
Conservation
Other
Salary:
£33,778 per annum (Pay award pending)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
Victoria & Albert Museum
The V&A is looking to recruit a Financial Reporting Accountant.
Date posted: 29/04/2026
Deadline: 10/05/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
FinancialSalary:
£43,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
National Galleries Scotland
Permanent
Part-Time 1 day (7 hours) per week (Job Share)
Salary £37,614 - £41,138 per annum pro rata
Plus generous benefits package
On site
Date posted: 30/04/2026
Deadline: 11/05/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
AdministrationOther
Salary:
£37,614 - £41,138 per annum pro rataContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01316246537
Imperial War Museums
You’ll help maintain our long‑term displays while also supporting the build and delivery of new exhibitions, ensuring objects are well presented and cared for.
You’ll also play a key role in keeping the exhibitions workshop running smoothly day to day, supporting safe working practices and enabling exhibition activity across Duxford and, at times, other IWM sites.
Date posted: 22/04/2026
Deadline: 17/05/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£26,500-£29,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
07731708877
British Museum
You could play a central role in delivering exceptional events within one of the world's most iconic cultural institutions!
Date posted: 01/05/2026
Deadline: 15/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
EventsSalary:
Up to £29642 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
You could play a central role in delivering exceptional events within one of the world's most iconic cultural institutions!
Date posted: 01/05/2026
Deadline: 15/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
EventsSalary:
£29642 - £49829 per annum + + paid overtimeContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000