Jobs
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Science Museum Group
Collections Services Project Manager based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 28/03/2025
Deadline: 18/04/2025
Location:
City of London, LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £38000 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Science Museum Group
Collections Handler and Driver based at the Science and Innovation Park in Wrouhghton, Swindon.
Date posted: 28/03/2025
Deadline: 18/04/2025
Location:
Swindon, WiltshireCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
Up to £24575 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
Science Museum Group
Collections and Logistics Coordinator based at the Science and Innovation Park in Wroughton, Swindon.
Date posted: 28/03/2025
Deadline: 18/04/2025
Location:
Swindon, WiltshireCategory:
AdministrationCollections Care
Salary:
Up to £28666 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term for 9 months (maternity cover)
Start date end of June 2025
Salary £28,707 - £29,961 per annum (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
On-site
Date posted: 28/03/2025
Deadline: 15/04/2025
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
Collections CareConservation
Salary:
£28,707 - £29,961 per annum (pay award pending)Contract type:
TemporaryHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
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. As well 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: 28/03/2025
Deadline: 13/04/2025
Location:
PortsmouthCategory:
ConservationSalary:
Salary (Grade 5) – £29,933 - £33,872 per annum (dependent upon experience)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
023928 94170
Imperial War Museums
Join IWM's Collections Care team for an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a national museum. In this Project Delivery Assistant role you will work as part of the team responsible for the handling, moving and documenting of the extensive range of objects within IWM's collection.
Date posted: 28/03/2025
Deadline: 08/04/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£25,500 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
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The National Archives
We are looking for an experienced Research Culture Manager to lead the transformation of our research culture and research impact across the organisation in multiple business areas.
Date posted: 27/03/2025
Deadline: 21/04/2025
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
ResearchSalary:
£38,322 to £44,722Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313
Science Museum Group
Junior Merchandiser based at the Science Museum in London.
Date posted: 27/03/2025
Deadline: 17/04/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
OtherSalary:
Up to £33072 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01904 685795
British Museum
Dorset Foundation Head of National Programmes
Learning and National Partnerships
Full-time
£56,195 per annum
Date posted: 27/03/2025
Deadline: 17/04/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
OutreachSalary:
Up to £56195 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
Full-time (41 hours per week)
Permanent
£55,262 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on 25 April 2025
Date posted: 27/03/2025
Deadline: 25/04/2025
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
£55,262 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8272
Horniman Museum and Gardens
We’re looking for looking for two Schools Casual Tutors to join our award-winning Formal Learning team. If you have a passion for delivering engaging, hands-on learning sessions for EYFS and primary school groups, using the Museum’s collections and outdoor spaces then we want to hear from you.
Date posted: 27/03/2025
Deadline: 14/04/2025
Location:
South East LondonCategory:
EducationSalary:
£195.00 per full day (or pro-rata for a half-day)Contract type:
OtherHours:
OtherTelephone:
02086991872
Imperial War Museums
An exciting opportunity in IWM's Finance department for a Purchase Ledger Coordinator: as a key member of our team, you'll work closely with our Purchase Ledger Supervisor to ensure accurate accounting for all IWM expenditures.
Date posted: 27/03/2025
Deadline: 14/04/2025
Location:
EnglandCategory:
FinancialSalary:
£30,500 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
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Imperial War Museums
Join IWM's Collections Care team for an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a national museum. In this Project Delivery Assistant role you will work as part of the team responsible for the handling, moving and documenting of the extensive range of objects within IWM's collection.
Date posted: 26/03/2025
Deadline: 08/04/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£25,500 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
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British Museum
Curator: South Asia
Asia
Full time, 41 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break)
Fixed term (6 months, maternity cover)
Date posted: 26/03/2025
Deadline: 09/04/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
NegotiableContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
Headley Trust Project Curator Documentation: Asia
Asia
Full time, 41 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break)
Date posted: 26/03/2025
Deadline: 09/04/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
CuratorialSalary:
Up to £35165 per annumContract type:
ContractHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
British Museum
Visitor and Safety Assistant
Permanent
£26,084 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on 04 April 2025
Date posted: 25/03/2025
Deadline: 08/04/2025
Location:
LondonCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
Up to £26084 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8000
Imperial War Museums
As a Product Manager (CRM) at IWM, you'll be at the heart of the Digital Transformation product team, taking charge of a suite of technology systems, and working closely with stakeholders across the organisation to enhance customer journeys, making data-driven recommendations that propel us forward.
Date posted: 25/03/2025
Deadline: 21/04/2025
Location:
Any IWM BranchCategory:
DigitalSalary:
£60,000 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
na
National Galleries Scotland
Full-time and Permanent
Salary £34,944 - £38,218 per annum (pay award pending)
Plus generous benefits package
On site
Date posted: 25/03/2025
Deadline: 07/04/2025
Location:
EdinburghCategory:
Front of house/visitor servicesSalary:
£34,944 - £38,218 per annum (pay award pending)Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
01316246537
British Museum
Full-time (41 hours per week)
Two roles: one Permanent, one Fixed Term 12 months
£28,144 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on 16 April 2025
Date posted: 25/03/2025
Deadline: 16/04/2025
Location:
BloomsburyCategory:
Collections CareSalary:
£28,144 per annumContract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
020 7323 8272
The National Archives
We are looking to recruit a bright and creative Events Support Officer to help us tell these stories through our popular events programme.
Date posted: 25/03/2025
Deadline: 06/04/2025
Location:
Kew, RichmondCategory:
EventsSalary:
£28,337Contract type:
PermanentHours:
Full timeTelephone:
02083925313