Jobs
Search here for jobs across the UK’s national and major regional museums, libraries and archives.
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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
Tate
Tate is seeking to engage an experienced researcher or curator with in-depth, specialist knowledge of Indigenous art with a particular emphasis on Southwest Asia and North Africa (SWANA region), to be an Adjunct Curator for the Hyundai Tate Research Centre: Transnational. The Adjunct Curator will carry out research for Tate from their country of residence as the role will be remote.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 28/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialOther
Salary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02078874997
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
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Individual Giving & Collection Development team!
Join us to help fundraise for Tate’s mission to make art accessible for all; to help drive Tate into the future, working with inspiring content and ground breaking projects, in amazing spaces, and as part of a passionate, inclusive and welcoming team.
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 23/10/2026
Location:
Tate BritainCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£28,864 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874987
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
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
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: 06/10/2026
Deadline: 27/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
RegistrarSalary:
£27,792 - £33,928.02 per annum (depending on experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02082052266
Birmingham Museums Trust
We are looking for someone who can lead marketing campaigns that bring Birmingham's rich cultural heritage to thousands of visitors across nine iconic museum venues.
Date posted: 30/09/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BirminghamCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£29,850 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N.A
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
British Library
The Schools Programme Manager (St Pancras) leads the development and delivery of the schools programme onsite in St Pancras, London. The post-holder is responsible for managing and growing a programme of workshops and events for students and teachers inspired by our collection.
Date posted: 05/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
EducationSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01937
British Museum
Shape the future of talent at one of the world's greatest cultural institutions - The British Museum!
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 22/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
HRSalary:
Up to £33482 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
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 Museum
As Philanthropy Officer, you will join a supportive and growing team of fundraisers and play an important part in developing relationships with existing and prospective donors.
Date posted: 06/10/2026
Deadline: 27/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£37,221 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join Tate’s Digital team, producing videos, games and other digital content and experiences for kids and families.
You will be responsible for Tate Kids, Tate’s dedicated online space for 4–12 year olds to play games, quizzes, watch videos and learn about art.
Date posted: 09/10/2026
Deadline: 22/10/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874997
British Museum
We are seeking an enthusiastic and practical Assistant Collection Manager: Care & Access to join the Middle East Department
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 25/10/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£31,675 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
Museum of the Home
Museum of the Home is seeking an Individual Giving and Campaigns Manager with a proven track record in supporter engagement and donor stewardship to work as part of a small team to support the planning and delivery of the Museum’s upcoming major Development priorities.
Date posted: 08/10/2026
Deadline: 30/10/2026
Location:
London E2 8EACategory:
Fundraising / developmentSalary:
£32,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Part timeTelephone:
02077399893
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
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