Assistant Curator of Collections & Interiors, Midlands

English Heritage Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heritage charity is seeking an Assistant Curator of Collections and Interiors based in Bedfordshire. The role involves researching and promoting collections while collaborating with curators. Candidates should have a degree in history or archaeology and experience with museum collections. This full-time position offers a fixed-term contract and benefits such as 25 days' holiday, pension contributions, and flexible hours.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Matched pension contributions up to 10%

Flexible hours

Free access to English Heritage sites

25% discount in shops and cafes

Qualifications

• Proficient in communicating information to both specialists and non-specialists.
• Experience working with museum collections.
• Ability to work independently while managing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Research, promote, and document collections.
• Support curators in developing stories from the National Heritage Collection.
• Ensure excellent documentation and care of stored collections.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Independence

Education

Degree in history, archaeology or relevant subject

Job description

A leading heritage charity is seeking an Assistant Curator of Collections and Interiors based in Bedfordshire. The role involves researching and promoting collections while collaborating with curators. Candidates should have a degree in history or archaeology and experience with museum collections. This full-time position offers a fixed-term contract and benefits such as 25 days' holiday, pension contributions, and flexible hours.