Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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Victoria & Albert Museum
The Formal Learning programme builds creative confidence and skills for children from the Early Years Foundation Stage up to Key Stage 3 (from age 3 to age 14).
Date posted: 05/02/2026
Deadline: 15/02/2026
Location:
Bethnal GreenCategory:
EducationSalary:
£40,770Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000Museum of London
We are looking for a dynamic Digital Production Officer to work alongside our Digital Product Managers supporting project delivery across multiple workstreams. As well as coordinating project tasks, timelines, and communications, you will support the ongoing work to ensure our digital platforms are managed effectively.
Date posted: 26/01/2026
Deadline: 15/02/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£33,707 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
Black Country Living Museum
Black Country Living Museum is seeking a dynamic and collaborative individual to take on the role of Events Operational Manager. The successful applicant will work with stakeholders across the Museum and externally to lead the delivery of our outstanding events programme.
Date posted: 26/01/2026
Deadline: 15/02/2026
Location:
DudleyCategory:
EventsSalary:
£37,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0121 521 5690 (ext. 304)Location:
LondonCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
18,200Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145792
Tate
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about the arts? Tate Britain is seeking an Exhibitions Assistant to join our dynamic team and play a key role in support the delivery of world-class exhibitions, displays and commissions.
Date posted: 02/02/2026
Deadline: 16/02/2026
Location:
MillbankCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£29,207 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 8888
The National Archives
Are you an HR Business Partner looking for an opportunity where you can operate as a trusted and strategic partner to add value to an organisation that’s a leader in its sector?
Date posted: 28/01/2026
Deadline: 16/02/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
HRSalary:
£55,000 - £57,000 pro rataContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
020 8392 5359
Sir John Soane's Museum
The Museum is looking for an experienced person to provide part-time support to the Exhibitions team through organisation, delivery and day-to-day management of the Museum’s exhibition program working in close collaboration with the Assistant Curator (Exhibitions).
Date posted: 29/01/2026
Deadline: 17/02/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£28,431 FTE paContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02074404273
Black Country Living Museum
The Black Country Living Museum is seeking an enthusiastic Site Cleaner to join the team. No two days are the same for our cleaning team, they are key to ensuring guests can transcend into the museums past by maintaining a clean and safe environment. We’re looking for someone with a passion for cleaning who is looking for a truly unique environment to work in.
Date posted: 04/02/2026
Deadline: 17/02/2026
Location:
DudleyCategory:
OtherSalary:
£12.22 per hourContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0121 521 5690 (ext. 304)
British Museum
The Museum is seeking an experienced Conservator to play a leading role in the preventive care of one of the world's most significant collections.
Date posted: 27/01/2026
Deadline: 17/02/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Up to £39105 per annum + Civil Service Pension, ICOM, ExhibitionsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Library
We are looking for experienced candidates to work in the Modern Archives and Manuscripts section, which is responsible for the Western Manuscript collections 1601-1950, including major holdings of historical, political, literary, theatrical and scientific papers.
Date posted: 22/01/2026
Deadline: 18/02/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01937
British Museum
We are seeking an experience Conservator to play a central role in safeguarding our collection during the transformational Masterplan Programme.
Date posted: 29/01/2026
Deadline: 19/02/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Up to £39105 per annum + Civil Service Pension, ICOM, ExhibitionsContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000Royal Pavilion and Museums
Brighton & Hove Museums is looking for a creative, organised and enthusiastic Marketing & Filming Coordinator to join our busy team. If you love culture, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role puts you right at the heart of our storytelling and promotional activity.
Date posted: 16/01/2026
Deadline: 20/02/2026
Location:
BrightonCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£29,064 – £31,022Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
03000290900
British Library
The British Library’s Community Participation Team is responsible for leading on the Library’s engagement with families, young people, community groups and adult learners.
Date posted: 09/02/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
EducationEvents
Salary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
0113
Royal Air Force Museum
The Museum is looking to recruit an IT/AV Technician.
Date posted: 05/02/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
£27,500Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02082052266
British Library
At the British Library we believe that Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement are essential to delivering our mission. We’re looking for a passionate HR Advisor specialising in these areas to drive meaningful culture change.
Date posted: 09/02/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
Boston Spa / St PancrasCategory:
HRSalary:
£31,634 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019
Imperial War Museums
As a member of the Retail and Admission team you will be in a key, customer facing role, welcoming visitors to the museum, providing them with detailed information and consistently delivering the highest standards of customer service.
Date posted: 06/02/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
IWM North, ManchesterCategory:
OtherSalary:
£18,367 pro rata (FTE £23,751) per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
N/A
British Library
The Legal and Contracts Services team (‘LCS’) is the first point of contact for advice on legal and contractual matters and performs a wide range of legal and contract support activities, including drafting, reviewing, interpreting and negotiating many different forms of contractual documentation.
Date posted: 06/02/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
Boston Spa, St PancrasCategory:
LegalSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
0113
The Wallace Collection
We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of The Wallace Collection as a Part Time Retail Assistant, Fixed Term Contract.
Date posted: 05/02/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
W1U 3BNCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
The salary for this role is £14,404 (£28,808 FTE) per annum.Contract type:
ContractHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02075639544
The National Archives
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an ambitious and growing heritage science programme within one of the world’s most significant archival institutions.
Date posted: 30/01/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUCategory:
Collections CareConservation
Salary:
£43,524 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02039855979
The National Archives
We have two fantastic opportunities for talented marketeers, with an interest in history and the cultural sector.
Date posted: 11/02/2026
Deadline: 22/02/2026
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£35,759 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313