Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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Location:
BrightonCategory:
OutreachSalary:
£33,366 – £37,938 pro-rataContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
03000290900
The National Archives
As the Corporate Safety Advisor, you will take the lead in delivering innovative solutions and embedding a culture of safety at The National Archives.
Date posted: 15/05/2025
Deadline: 17/06/2025
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
Health and SafetyOther
Salary:
£45,000 - £50,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
The East Asia Section of the Bodleian Libraries is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced, self-motivated and creative individual to work as the Subject Librarian (Chinese and Korean Studies), supporting world class research and teaching in Chinese and Korean Studies for Social Sciences and the Humanities.
Date posted: 19/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
KB Chen China Centre Library, Dickson Poon Building, Canterbury Road, OX2 6LU Bodleian Japanese Library, Nissan Institute Building, 27 Winchester Road, Oxford OX2 6NA Other Bodleian Humanities LibrarCategory:
LibrarianSalary:
Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum
Imperial War Museums
We’re looking for a proactive Project Manager to lead the delivery of the museum’s ambitious ‘Transforming IWM Duxford’ initiative — a bold redevelopment project designed to reimagine the site with innovative experiences, enhanced facilities, and a more welcoming environment.
Date posted: 19/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
Duxford, CambridgeshireCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesExhibitions
Salary:
£41,500 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
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Imperial War Museums
The Churchill War Rooms has a busy and growing tours and experiences business, which offers private behind the scenes tours of the historic rooms, both inside and outside of the public opening hours, on weekends and bank holidays.
Date posted: 21/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
Churchill War RoomsCategory:
EventsFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
£ 33,000 - £ 35,000 per annum (depending on experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
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Imperial War Museums
IWM North is seeking a Strategic Lead - an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader to shape the future of one of the North of England’s most prestigious cultural institutions
Date posted: 23/05/2025
Deadline: 23/06/2025
Location:
Manchester, EnglandCategory:
Senior managementSalary:
£70,000+ per annum, DOEContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
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The National Archives
If you are passionate about sustainability and want to be part of a forward-thinking company, we would love to hear from you.
Date posted: 23/05/2025
Deadline: 22/06/2025
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
ConservationOther
Salary:
£45,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
Imperial War Museums
IWM (Imperial War Museums)’s Participation team are looking for exceptional storytellers to join us as Facilitators
Date posted: 27/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
IWM North - ManchesterCategory:
EducationSalary:
£9,911.20 per annum (£24,778 FTE)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
N/A
Sir John Soane's Museum
The Development Department devises and delivers all the Museum’s fundraising, including Patron and Friend schemes, major giving, grants from trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and legacies. The department is responsible for creating and maintaining relationships with all of the Museum’s supporters.
Date posted: 27/05/2025
Deadline: 20/06/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£66150Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02074404273
Imperial War Museums
IWM (Imperial War Museums)’s Participation team are looking for exceptional storytellers to join us as Facilitators.
Date posted: 27/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
IWM LondonCategory:
EducationSalary:
£25,927 per annum London (Full-time) and £12,963.50 (18 hours per week)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Imperial War Museums
The Facilities Manager will be responsible for delivery of a professional, effective estate and facilities management service in line with IWMs Corporate Estate Strategy.
Date posted: 27/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£ 40,000 - £45,000 per annum dependent on experienceContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
na
Imperial War Museums
The Head of Projects & Plans, as a senior member of the Museum’s Estates Department will lead on the management of a range of activities, including capital construction projects, , building and estates infrastructure and refurbishment projects and programmes with a value of up to 20M.
Date posted: 27/05/2025
Deadline: 16/06/2025
Location:
IWM Duxford or IWM LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSenior management
Salary:
£60,000 - £65,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
na
British Library
We are looking for a proactive and organised individual with experience of working in a library or similar publishing/content environment.
Date posted: 27/05/2025
Deadline: 22/06/2025
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
OtherSalary:
£38,665 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
The Wallace Collection
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Wallace Collection as a Volunteer Guide Lecturer
Date posted: 28/05/2025
Deadline: 22/06/2025
Location:
W1U 3BNCategory:
OtherSalary:
Contract type:
VoluntaryHours:
OtherTelephone:
02075639544
National Museum of the Royal Navy
Our epic story is of the Royal Navy, and its impact on Britain and the world. Here you can come aboard the most famous ships, planes, and submarines of the Royal Navy and experience them through those who served on them. Aswell as being truly captivated by the thousands of unique, emotional, and sometimes quirky stories that have shaped the Royal Navy into what it proudly stands for today.
Date posted: 29/05/2025
Deadline: 17/06/2025
Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£ 29,933 - £ 37,070 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02392891370
Imperial War Museums
IWM are recruiting for three new Directors of the IWM Trading Company Ltd. Board with expertise in: Brand Licensing / Destination Marketing / Brand Loyalty.
Date posted: 29/05/2025
Deadline: 20/06/2025
Location:
FlexibleCategory:
TrusteeSalary:
VoluntaryContract type:
VoluntaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
na
National Museums Liverpool
We’re looking for an experienced marketing professional that has a creative flare, a fantastic understanding of audience development and is highly engaged with arts and culture. You’ll get to work on an assortment of campaigns varying in type and size in a fast-paced environment.
Date posted: 29/05/2025
Deadline: 25/06/2025
Location:
LiverpoolCategory:
MarketingDigital
Salary:
£33,443 pro rataContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
National Museum of the Royal Navy
Our epic story is of the Royal Navy, and its impact on Britain and the world. Here you can come aboard the most famous ships, planes, and submarines of the Royal Navy and experience them through those who served on them. Aswell as being truly captivated by the thousands of unique, emotional, and sometimes quirky stories that have shaped the Royal Navy into what it proudly stands for today.
Date posted: 29/05/2025
Deadline: 29/06/2025
Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£29,993 - £33,872 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02392891370
National Museum of the Royal Navy
Our epic story is of the Royal Navy, and its impact on Britain and the world. Here you can come aboard the most famous ships, planes, and submarines of the Royal Navy and experience them through those who served on them. Aswell as being truly captivated by the thousands of unique, emotional, and sometimes quirky stories that have shaped the Royal Navy into what it proudly stands for today.
Date posted: 29/05/2025
Deadline: 29/06/2025
Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£40,541 - £41,847 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02392891370
National Museum of the Royal Navy
Our epic story is of the Royal Navy, and its impact on Britain and the world. Here you can come aboard the most famous ships, planes, and submarines of the Royal Navy and experience them through those who served on them. Aswell as being truly captivated by the thousands of unique, emotional, and sometimes quirky stories that have shaped the Royal Navy into what it proudly stands for today.
Date posted: 29/05/2025
Deadline: 29/06/2025
Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£48,692 - £53,460 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02392891370