Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term (to 31 March 2027)
Salary £32,171 - £35,093 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 06/10/2026
Deadline: 12/10/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
OtherSalary:
£32,171 - £35,093Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
The National Archives
The National Archives (TNA) is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Grant Development Officer to support the development of grant-funded projects, partnerships and fellowships.
Date posted: 21/09/2026
Deadline: 12/10/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£34,882 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
Museum of the Home
We are looking for a Learning Facilitator to join the team and support the delivery, capacity and growth of the Museum’s schools offer and wider learning programme. This position is fixed term until July 2027.
Date posted: 28/09/2026
Deadline: 12/10/2026
Location:
London E2 8EACategory:
EducationEvents
Outreach
Salary:
£12,600 per annum (FTE £28,000)Contract type:
OtherHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 7739 9893
Science Museum Group
Want to help shape the future of the Science and Industry Museum's collections?
Date posted: 28/09/2026
Deadline: 12/10/2026
Location:
Manchester, Greater ManchesterCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Up to £29456 per annum + 12-month fixed term contractContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Natural History Museum
Join us as the DiSSCo UK Head of the Technical Innovation Centre during this crucial roll out phase.
Date posted: 17/09/2026
Deadline: 14/10/2026
Location:
Natural History Musuem SW7 5BDCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£75,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Bodleian Libraries is looking for a Senior Archivist with a strong interest in STEM-related archives to join our Archives & Modern Manuscripts team.
Date posted: 30/09/2026
Deadline: 14/10/2026
Location:
Oxford, OX1 3BGCategory:
ArchivistSalary:
£49,119 - £58,265 per annum
Natural History Museum
Join us as the DiSSCo UK Head Digitisation and play a crucial role in the DiSSCo UK programme.
Date posted: 17/09/2026
Deadline: 14/10/2026
Location:
Natural History Museum SW7 5BDCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£75,000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
British Museum
The Head of Patrons is a senior leadership role, responsible for shaping and growing the British Museum's Patrons programme!
Date posted: 23/09/2026
Deadline: 14/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£60256 - £67828 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
The National Archives
We are seeking a passionate and driven manager to oversee large-scale document moves and lead a team of up to eight talented individuals.
Date posted: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 15/10/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
AdministrationOther
Salary:
£30,209 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313
National Gallery
We are looking for a talented, creative Graphic Designer to join the National Gallery’s busy Creative Department.
Date posted: 24/09/2026
Deadline: 15/10/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
DesignSalary:
£39,353.00 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136
National Library of Scotland
29 hours per week, 12 month fixed term maternity cover post.
Salary:£32,173 (£26,657 pro-rata) per annum
Based in Glasgow at the Kelvin Hall.
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 17/10/2026
Location:
GlasgowCategory:
EventsFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
26,657Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0131 623 3718
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: 01/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£46,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02082052266
British Museum
We’re looking for an Assistant Collection Manager: Storage and Moves (Rehouse) to support a major collections storage move, working primarily with large three-dimensional stone objects.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
ReadingCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
British Library
Are you ready to lead the fight against an ever evolving threat landscape? The British Library is seeking a Cyber Security Operations Manager to join its growing Cyber Security function and lead its security operations.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
Boston SpaCategory:
ITSalary:
£50,518 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
Imperial War Museums
Support the safe and efficient operation of IWM Duxford's licensed aerodrome by providing Flight Information Services, coordinating airfield activities and supporting flying operations, air shows and visitor experiences at one of the world's leading aviation heritage sites.
Date posted: 02/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
IWM DuxfordCategory:
OtherSalary:
£29,000 to £31,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
The National Archives
This high impact role requires navigating a wide range of complex issues and working closely with senior officials.
Date posted: 02/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
AdministrationOther
Salary:
£45,000 - £51,255 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum Design Studio seeks a Senior 3D Designer to strategically develop and design our exhibitions and galleries programme, enhancing displays and developing spatial projects within the Museum. As well as designing, you will provide project administration and programming, being responsible for day-to-day project delivery coordination.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
DesignExhibitions
Salary:
£40,761 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0207 942 5088
Glasgow Museums
We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life, and that starts with the people who work here. As a Development Assistant, you'll support fundraising and giving programmes, helping deliver an excellent experience for donors and members. Join a team dedicated to making a real difference through culture and sport in Glasgow.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
GlasgowCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£28,779.46 - £30,921.53Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0141 2874350
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are looking for three individuals to join our teams in the Technical Services department.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£28,629Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
National Gallery
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Gallery Security Services Manager to play a key role in delivering a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for visitors, staff, contractors, and world-class collection. This is an exciting opportunity for a security professional who combines operational expertise with strong leadership, analytical thinking, and a commitment to excellent service.
Date posted: 29/09/2026
Deadline: 18/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
SecuritySalary:
£46,671Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a