Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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British Museum
As Philanthropy Officer, you will join a supportive and growing team of fundraisers and play an important part in developing relationships with existing and prospective donors.
Date posted: 06/10/2026
Deadline: 27/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£37,221 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Royal Air Force Museum
The Royal Air Force Museum is as a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity.
We have two public sites in the Midlands and London and a stored collection at Stafford. Our purpose is to share the RAF story - past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections to engage, inform and inspire.
Date posted: 06/10/2026
Deadline: 27/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
RegistrarSalary:
£27,792 - £33,928.02 per annum (depending on experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02082052266
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are looking for a reliable and flexible team member to support daily stock deliveries across the V&A.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 23/10/2026
Location:
Vision Park Industrial EstateCategory:
OtherSalary:
£27,008Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
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: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
FinancialSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01937
British Library
The Schools Programme Manager (St Pancras) leads the development and delivery of the schools programme onsite in St Pancras, London. The post-holder is responsible for managing and growing a programme of workshops and events for students and teachers inspired by our collection.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
EducationSalary:
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 Retail and Product Development Manager (Fixed Term Contract)
Date posted: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
W1U 3BNCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
The salary for this role is between £38,000 to £42,000 per annum dependent on skills and experience.Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02075639544
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Working as part of the Research, Teaching and Collections team, the postholder will play a central role in enabling the cataloguing, interpretation, and display of this globally significant collection.
Date posted: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 21/10/2026
Location:
History of Science Museum, Oxford OX1 3AZCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£35,681 - £41,636 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
National Gallery
The National Gallery is looking for two Conservation Fellows – the Robert Gavron Conservation Fellow, and the Patrick Lindsay Conservation Fellow. This is an extraordinary opportunity to gain conservation experience with a national collection of paintings.
Date posted: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 22/10/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£38,132 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136
Birmingham Museums Trust
We are looking for someone who can lead marketing campaigns that bring Birmingham's rich cultural heritage to thousands of visitors across nine iconic museum venues.
Date posted: 30/09/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BirminghamCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£29,850 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N.A
National Portrait Gallery
NPG looks after the world’s greatest collection of portraits. Spanning 6 centuries, our artworks reveal the inspiring and sometimes surprising personal stories that have shaped and continue to shape a nation- from global icons to local champions, national treasures to unsung heroes. We are passionate about portraiture, always progressing our art form, championing artists and encouraging creativity
Date posted: 29/09/2026
Deadline: 30/10/2026
Location:
39 Orange StreetCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£39,500Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7306 0055Royal Pavilion and Museums
At Brighton & Hove Museums, we care for over one million objects and some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the world-famous Royal Pavilion. As a vibrant and ambitious charity, we’re passionate about preserving Brighton & Hove’s rich heritage while ensuring our buildings continue to inspire, educate and welcome visitors for years to come.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 05/11/2026
Location:
BrightonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£44,516 – £47,653Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
03000290900Royal Pavilion and Museums
Brighton & Hove Museums Trust is a dynamic charity dedicated to preserving and celebrating our city’s rich history. We care for over one million objects and manage some of the most iconic buildings in Brighton & Hove, none more famous than the stunning Royal Pavilion.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 05/11/2026
Location:
BrightonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£29,355 – £31,332Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
03000290900