Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
For enquiries about any of the vacancies listed here please contact the relevant organisation directly.
Click here for links to other museum sector jobs resources and vacancy listings
Click here for links to more information on jobs and volunteering at NMDC member organisations
National Museums Liverpool
Reporting directly to the Project Curator (History & Archaeology), you will undertake self-led research on the history, archaeology and legacies of transatlantic slavery. You will also interpret collections for audiences and be actively involved in community-engagement activities.
Date posted: 10/10/2025
Deadline: 05/11/2025
Location:
Liverpool (Hybrid)Category:
CuratorialSalary:
£28,054Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
Imperial War Museums
This role supports the Director of Collections Management in translating IWM’s corporate strategy into practical business plans that drive the strategic delivery of Collections Management. You’ll play a key part in shaping how IWM manages its internationally archival, library, and museum collections.
Date posted: 16/10/2025
Deadline: 03/11/2025
Location:
IWM LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£35,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Museum
Project Curator: Hidden Stories of Childhood
Greece and Rome; Egypt and Sudan
Full-time: 41 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break)
Fixed term for 12 months
£36,396 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on 17 October 2025
Date posted: 29/09/2025
Deadline: 17/10/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
ArchivistCollections Care
Curatorial
Salary:
£36,396 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 323 8165
British Museum
Full-time (41 hours per week)
Fixed term (until 31st March 2028)
£49,829 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on 2 November 2025
Date posted: 17/10/2025
Deadline: 02/11/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSenior management
Salary:
£49,829 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
National Galleries Scotland
Permanent and Part Time (21 hours per week)
Salary £34,944 - £38,128 per annum pro rata (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 17/10/2025
Deadline: 30/10/2025
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
ITOther
Salary:
£34,944 - £38,128 per annum pro rata (pay award pending)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
01316246537
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Information & Records Management Team at Tate as Records Manager, leading on all aspects of information and records management across the organisation.
Date posted: 14/10/2025
Deadline: 03/11/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£44976
Victoria & Albert Museum
We’re seeking a Senior Campaign Delivery and Channel Manager for the landmark opening of V&A East Museum and debut exhibition The Music Is Black
Date posted: 02/10/2025
Deadline: 21/10/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£50,000Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
British Museum
We're seeking to appoint a Senior Collection Manager to manage the dedicated Loans & Display, Framed Works and Textiles teams.
Date posted: 10/10/2025
Deadline: 24/10/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £43317 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
We're seeking to appoint a Senior Collection Manager to manage the dedicated Loans & Display, Framed Works and Textiles teams.
Date posted: 13/10/2025
Deadline: 27/10/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £43317 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Museum of the Home
To manage, coordinate and support the work of the Events Team in delivery of commercial and income-generating events at the Museum of the Home (and occasionally off-site venues), including private and corporate hires, commercial partnerships and development events to support the Museum’s fundraising work. Actively contribute to the Museum’s commercial strategy.
Date posted: 07/10/2025
Deadline: 27/10/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
EventsSalary:
35000Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02077496004
The National Archives
The National Archives is hiring two Senior User Researchers to join our growing digital team
Date posted: 17/10/2025
Deadline: 02/11/2025
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
ResearchDigital
Salary:
£53,788Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 8392 5359
National Museum of the Royal Navy
We are looking to recruit an experienced shipwright to join our conservation and collections team based in Portsmouth, with occasional travel to our remote sites. The successful candidate will be part of a friendly, multidisciplinary team of museum professionals, conservators and marine industry specialists committed to high quality professional work maintaining and conserving historic ships.
Date posted: 10/09/2025
Deadline: 29/10/2025
Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Salary (Grade 5) - £29,993 - £32,936 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
023928 94170
Black Country Living Museum
Black Country Living Museum is looking for a Team Manager to lead, support, and inspire our team of Historic Characters as they bring the Black Country to life once more. If you’re an experienced people manager with a passion for great customer service and a knack for getting the best out of a team, we’d love to hear from you!
Date posted: 03/10/2025
Deadline: 19/10/2025
Location:
West MidlandsCategory:
Senior managementSalary:
£31,540 per annum (pro-rata £18,924 per annum)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0121 557 9643
National Galleries Scotland
Permanent and Full Time
Salary £34,944 - £38,128 per annum (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 09/10/2025
Deadline: 23/10/2025
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
ITSalary:
£34,944 - £38,128 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
British Museum
This is a crucial role, involving working closely with senior stakeholders, supply-chain partners, and the support teams across the museum.
Date posted: 29/09/2025
Deadline: 20/10/2025
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesHealth and Safety
Senior management
Technician
Salary:
£58,162 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Imperial War Museums
Passionate about impactful learning? Join us as Training Producer & Apprenticeship Manager to create engaging digital content and manage programmes. Collaborate with experts and providers to deliver high-quality, accessible training that supports learner success.
Date posted: 16/10/2025
Deadline: 30/10/2025
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
OtherSalary:
£30,000 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Science Museum Group
Do you thrive on building relationships and inspiring people? Are you interested in preserving and caring for industrial and transport heritage?
Date posted: 08/10/2025
Deadline: 22/10/2025
Location:
York, North YorkshireCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £32000 per annum + fixed term contract (April 2027)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Do you have experience of researching, developing, coordinating or delivering Student Engagement initiatives in a Collegiate University?
Date posted: 06/10/2025
Deadline: 28/10/2025
Location:
Ashmolean Museum, Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2PHCategory:
EducationSalary:
Starting from Grade 6.1: £35,681 per annum (pro rata)
British Library
We have an exciting opportunity for a customer-focused team player to join the Visitor Experience Team.
Date posted: 15/10/2025
Deadline: 27/10/2025
Location:
EnglandCategory:
EventsSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
Museum of the Home
To work as part of a team to deliver an outstanding experience for every visitor at the Museum of the Home. You will provide every visitor with a warm welcome, using conversation and storytelling to help visitors understand what makes the subject of ‘Home’ so special.
To support the Museum’s fundraising and commercial activity through the promotion of donations, the sale of products
Date posted: 17/10/2025
Deadline: 26/10/2025
Location:
E2 8EACategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
13.85 per hourContract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02077496004