Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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British Library
British Library Publishing has transformed in the last decade into one of the foremost institutional publishers of exciting, innovative, award-winning and beautifully produced trade books for the mainstream book market and heritage/gift sector.
Date posted: 12/05/2026
Deadline: 27/05/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
OtherSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113
Science Museum Group
Road train guard
Date posted: 12/05/2026
Deadline: 19/05/2026
Location:
York, North YorkshireCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
Up to £13.45 per hourContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01904 685795
The National Archives
Would you like to work in an exciting and dynamic team, helping school children, families, young people and communities to engage with our archival documents through workshops, live broadcasts and creative projects?
Date posted: 13/05/2026
Deadline: 29/05/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£28,100 per annum, pro rataContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 392 5359
Sir John Soane's Museum
The Public Programmes Manager is responsible for the delivery of the programme including planning, budget management, on-the-day event management and evaluation.
Date posted: 13/05/2026
Deadline: 25/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£21,290Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02074404273
National Galleries Scotland
Part-time or Full-time
Fixed term
Salary £27,362 per annum pro rata (£14.98 per hour)
Plus generous benefits package
On-site
Date posted: 11/05/2026
Deadline: 18/05/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
ExhibitionsFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
Salary £27,362 per annum pro rata (£14.98 per hour)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0131 624 6537
British Library
The British Library is seeking to recruit four people to join the Acquisition Processing teams based at our Boston Spa site. The teams are responsible for acquiring and processing print and/or digital content in accordance with the British Library’s content development strategy.
Date posted: 08/05/2026
Deadline: 08/06/2026
Location:
Boston Spa, West YorkshireCategory:
LibrarianSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01937
Derby Museums Trust
Are you passionate about museums and their rich cultural heritage, enthusiastic about fundraising and supporter communications, and want to make a difference?
Date posted: 06/05/2026
Deadline: 03/06/2026
Location:
DerbyCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01332 255011
British Museum
This is a hands‑on opportunity to work in the British Museum's Prints and Drawings Department as an Assistant Collection Manager!
Date posted: 05/05/2026
Deadline: 26/05/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £29642 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
This is an excellent opportunity to join the British Museum's Money and Medals Department as an Assistant Collection Manager!
Date posted: 05/05/2026
Deadline: 02/06/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £29642 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
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:
Up to £29642 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
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:
0113
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 1872
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:
07731708877Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
19801Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
National Museums Liverpool
Help deliver events across a range of unique venues, supporting set‑up, close‑down and guest service at conferences, receptions and dinners. This is a hands‑on, front‑facing role working as part of a friendly Events team.
Date posted: 01/05/2026
Deadline: 27/05/2026
Location:
All National Museums Liverpool venues and selected external venuesCategory:
EventsSalary:
£12.71 per hourContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01514784444