Jobs
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National Museums Liverpool
As Administrative Officer, you'll provide high-quality administrative support across the Visitor Experience Department and Operations Directorate. Working with colleagues across a range of teams, you'll help improve communication, coordination and the delivery of effective operations.
Date posted: 27/08/2026
Deadline: 16/09/2026
Location:
Liverpool (Hybrid)Category:
AdministrationFront of house/visitor services
Salary:
£27,240 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01514784444
Tate
We are currently recruiting for a full-time Art Handling Technician to support the delivery of Tate's programme and make sure that standards are maintained for object packing, handling, movement, documentation, storage and display.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 15/09/2026
Location:
Across Tate's London sites and WiltshireCategory:
TechnicianSalary:
£28,864 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7887 4987
University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums
Join the Ashmolean Museum and help care for one of the world's most important collections of ancient Egyptian and Sudanese archaeology.
Date posted: 10/08/2026
Deadline: 14/09/2026
Location:
Oxford (OX1 2PH)Category:
CuratorialSalary:
£39,424 - £47,779 per annum
British Museum
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of the world's leading cultural institutions!
Date posted: 25/08/2026
Deadline: 08/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Up to £77816 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Library
The British Library is one of the world's leading research libraries and a vibrant cultural destination, welcoming thousands of visitors each year to an extensive programme of public events, conferences, exhibitions, lectures, performances, and commercial hires.
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic AV Supervisor to join our Media team at our iconic St Pancras site.
Date posted: 04/09/2026
Deadline: 27/09/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
DigitalSalary:
Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01937Museum of London
AV Technician - Events
AV Technicians - Galleries and Exhibitions
This role would suit someone who has experience in managing audio visual hardware and software and is keen to deliver an unforgettable and exceptional experience to the millions of visitors the London Museum will welcome.
Date posted: 26/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
£34,631 per annum plus benefitsContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078145611
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term for 4 years
Salary £49,792 - £56,426 per annum
Plus generous benefits package
Hybrid / flexible working
Date posted: 26/08/2026
Deadline: 14/09/2026
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£49,792 - £56,426Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
British Library
The British Library Estates & Facilities Management department has an interesting and rewarding permanent vacancy for a Building Services Manager.
Date posted: 17/08/2026
Deadline: 10/09/2026
Location:
St PancrasCategory:
Buildings and facilitiesSalary:
£43,867 - £55,542 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
019Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
MarketingSalary:
Salary (Grade 2) – £26,540 - £27,612 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
023928 94170Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
MarketingSalary:
Salary (Grade 6): £35,588 - £37,811 per annum (dependent upon experienceContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
023928 94170
National Gallery
We have an exciting opportunity for a maternity cover Communications Executive in our Social Media team, playing a pivotal role in bringing the Gallery’s history, paintings, and stories to life across our social media channels.
Date posted: 24/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
The National GalleryCategory:
MarketingSalary:
£39,707 per annumContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7747 5136
Science Museum Group
Are you a conservator energised by working across film, broadcast, gaming and photography collections?
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 11/09/2026
Location:
Bradford, West YorkshireCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Up to £33127 per annum + 12-month fixed term contractContract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
We are seeking a Conservator: Masterplan to help safeguard our collection during a major large object decant and associated critical projects.
Date posted: 28/08/2026
Deadline: 13/09/2026
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
ConservationSalary:
£33,470 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/ALocation:
BrightonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£32,382-£34,036 per annum (pro rata)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Part timeTelephone:
03000290900
Imperial War Museums
As Cyber Assurance & Risk Analyst, you will strengthen IWM's cyber resilience through assurance, compliance and third-party risk management. Working with internal teams and suppliers, you'll help identify, assess and manage cyber risks, support Cyber Essentials and GovAssure compliance activities, and provide governance reporting to senior stakeholders.
Date posted: 19/08/2026
Deadline: 07/09/2026
Location:
IWM LondonCategory:
ITSalary:
£42,500 to £45,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A
National Gallery
The National Gallery is seeking a Digital Project Manager to join the digital department and help deliver digital projects that support our 10‑year strategy.
Date posted: 04/09/2026
Deadline: 20/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£40,461Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Tate
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Engagement & Events Team at Tate
Join Tate’s Engagement & Events Team! You will provide essential administrative and organisational support across a busy and diverse events programme, helping to create engaging experiences for Tate’s supporters and advocates.
Date posted: 03/09/2026
Deadline: 20/09/2026
Location:
Tate BritainCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£28,864 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02078874987
National Gallery
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Commercial Officer of National Gallery Global, the National Gallery’s commercial subsidiary.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 18/09/2026
Location:
LondonCategory:
AdministrationSalary:
£34,000 - 36,000Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
n/a
Victoria & Albert Museum
We are seeking a Research Assistant to work on the creation of a future exhibition.
Date posted: 01/09/2026
Deadline: 22/09/2026
Location:
South KensingtonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£28,520 - £32,925Contract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02079422000
Imperial War Museums
The Exhibitions Workshop & Display Technician supports the delivery, installation, maintenance and dismantling of exhibitions and displays across Imperial War Museums. The role is responsible for maintaining both permanent and temporary galleries, carrying out regular gallery checks and undertaking any repair or maintenance work required to ensure exhibitions remain safe and functional.
Date posted: 11/08/2026
Deadline: 07/09/2026
Location:
IWM LondonCategory:
ExhibitionsSalary:
£29,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
N/A