10 Museum jobs in the United Kingdom

• Develop and implement curatorial strategies for assigned collections, including acquisition, research, preservation, and display.
• Conceptualize, research, and develop major exhibitions from inception to completion, including thematic development, object selection, and interpretation.
• Conduct scholarly research on the collections and publish findings through articles, catalogues, and digital platforms.
• Manage and mentor curatorial staff and interns, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.
• Oversee the care and conservation of collection items, working closely with conservation specialists.
• Develop and manage exhibition budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within financial parameters.
• Engage with donors, sponsors, and the wider community to support curatorial initiatives and fundraising efforts.
• Represent the museum at conferences, academic institutions, and public events.
• Ensure collections and exhibitions are accessible and engaging for a wide range of audiences, including educational programming development.
• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in museum curation and exhibition design.

• A Master's degree or PhD in Art History, Museum Studies, History, or a related humanities field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive curatorial experience in a museum setting, with a proven track record of successful exhibitions and publications.
• Demonstrated expertise in a relevant art historical period or cultural domain.
• Strong research, writing, and public speaking skills.
• Experience in collections management, conservation principles, and exhibition design.
• Proven leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in museum collections management software is desirable.
• A passion for cultural heritage and public engagement.

• Lead the research, interpretation, and presentation of assigned museum collections.
• Develop and curate engaging temporary and permanent exhibitions.
• Conduct scholarly research and publish findings in academic journals and exhibition catalogues.
• Manage collection cataloguing, documentation, and conservation efforts.
• Build and nurture relationships with external stakeholders, including donors and researchers.
• Contribute to fundraising initiatives and grant writing.
• Develop and deliver public programs and educational outreach activities.
• Stay abreast of developments in curatorial practice and museum studies.

Chef de Partie – Design Museum, Kensington
Location: Kensington, London
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 
Pay: £15.33 per hour

Join our vibrant kitchen team at the iconic Design Museum in Kensington. We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to help deliver exceptional dishes based on the refined menus of a Master Chef winner! . This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a creative, high-profile environment where food and culture come together.

• Prepare and present dishes to a high standard, following a bespoke chef-led menu

• Work across various sections and support kitchen operations

• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards

• Collaborate with the team to deliver consistently outstanding service

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality-focused kitchen

• A passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and beautifully crafted dishes

• Reliable, flexible, and committed to high standards

• Team player with a positive, professional attitude

• £15.33 per hour, 40 hours per week

• 5-day rota with a good work-life balance

• A chance to work under the guidance of a renowned culinary talent

• Staff meals on duty, employee perks, and development opportunities

• A unique workplace at one of London’s leading cultural institutions

Apply today and bring your skills to a kitchen where creativity, quality, and culture meet.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/2008/41996001/52724958/R/SU #RA Venues

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

• Develop and execute exhibition concepts and strategies.
• Conduct scholarly research on the collection and contribute to publications.
• Oversee the acquisition, cataloging, and conservation of artworks.
• Manage loan requests and build relationships with national and international institutions.
• Engage with the public through talks, tours, and educational initiatives.
• Collaborate with marketing and development teams to enhance the museum's profile.
• Supervise junior curatorial staff and interns.

• Master's or PhD in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a curatorial role within a museum or gallery.
• Expertise in a specific area of fine arts with a broad knowledge across various periods.
• Proficiency in collection management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Passion for art and a commitment to public education.

• Lead the strategic development and management of the Decorative Arts collection.
• Conduct scholarly research on the collection and publish findings in catalogues, journals, and online platforms.
• Conceive, develop, and execute major exhibitions and displays, from conception to completion.
• Oversee the acquisition of new objects through purchase, donation, and bequest.
• Manage the care, conservation, and documentation of the collection.
• Engage with diverse audiences through talks, lectures, and public programs.
• Supervise and mentor Assistant Curators and curatorial interns.
• Manage departmental budgets and fundraising efforts related to the collection.
• Liaise with internal departments, external institutions, and the academic community.
• Ensure the collection is accessible and relevant to contemporary audiences.

• Ph.D. in Art History, with a specialization in Decorative Arts.
• Minimum 7 years of curatorial experience in a museum setting, with a focus on decorative arts.
• Demonstrated expertise in object-based research and writing.
• Proven success in developing and managing major exhibitions.
• Strong knowledge of museum best practices in collections management, conservation, and registration.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience in fundraising and donor relations.
• Ability to manage budgets and lead a team.
• Fluency in at least one relevant European language is advantageous.

• Oversee the digitization process for various media formats, including images, audio, and video recordings.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive digital asset management strategy.
• Catalog, tag, and metadata creation for digital collections using established standards (e.g., Dublin Core, CIDOC CRM).
• Curate and organize digital content for online exhibitions and thematic presentations.
• Manage the organization's digital archive platform, ensuring accessibility and user-friendliness.
• Develop and execute content strategies to increase engagement with digital collections.
• Collaborate with internal teams (curatorial, education, marketing) to identify and prioritize digital content needs.
• Research and implement best practices in digital preservation and archival science.
• Train and mentor junior curatorial staff on digital archiving tools and methodologies.
• Monitor digital collection usage analytics and report on key performance indicators.
• Ensure compliance with copyright and intellectual property rights for all digitized materials.
• Contribute to grant applications and funding proposals related to digital initiatives.
• Maintain relationships with external digital archives and cultural heritage organizations.
• Troubleshoot issues related to digital content access and platform performance.

• Master's degree in Art History, Museum Studies, Library Science, Archival Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital curation, archival management, or digital asset management within a cultural institution.
• Proven experience with digitization workflows and imaging best practices.
• Proficiency in metadata standards and digital cataloging systems.
• Experience with Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems and Content Management Systems (CMS).
• Strong understanding of digital preservation principles and techniques.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of art history and various artistic periods and movements.
• Experience with multimedia editing software is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote environment.

If you feel driven to inspire people to be more active, improve their wellbeing and would like a job that will make a real different to local people’s lives then Freedom Leisure is the place for you! We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with we have a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups encouraging them to become more active, contributing to improved lives.

The Corinium Museum holds large and internationally significant collections of archaeology, social and rural history as well as running the Visitor Information Centre. The collections range from prehistory through to the 19th century, covering key curriculum subjects.

We are seeking a Customer Service Advisor to join our friendly Front of House team on a part-time basis. The ideal applicant will be able to deliver excellent customer service to visitors to the Corinium Museum and provide a comprehensive tourist information service to visitors to the Cirencester Visitor Information Centre.  

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Hours: 12.5 hours per week, exact working hours are 1 Thursday a week, 1 Weekend in 3, 1 Sunday in 3 and 1 evening a month

Interview date: Thursday, 28th of March

Requirements

• Experience in a customer service environment

• Experience/background in a retail environment and handling cash
• High level of IT skills - MS Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Enthusiastic and positive approach to the workplace
• Friendly, approachable and helpful manner
• Good listening and questioning skills
• Ability to record and deal with data accurately and effectively

Benefits

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?

• My Staff Shop, our very own staff benefit scheme, gives employees access to a great range of benefits. Get discounts on cinema tickets, travel bookings, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending.
• Discounted Staff membership (including family members)
• Incremental holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling.
• Company pension
• Various insurance and saving schemes
• Financial advice
• Cycle-to-work and Car Leasing tax-efficient schemes (salaried staff only, depending on earnings)
• All this as well as fully funded training and career progression opportunities in a team working environment

Closing date: 22nd March 2024

Salary: up to £6,791 per annum

Chef de Partie – Design Museum, Kensington
Location: Kensington, London
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 
Pay: £5.33 per hour

Join our vibrant kitchen team at the iconic Design Museum in Kensington. We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to help deliver exceptional dishes based on the refined menus of a Master Chef winner! . This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a creative, high-profile environment where food and culture come together.

• Prepare and present dishes to a high standard, following a bespoke chef-led menu

• Work across various sections and support kitchen operations

• Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards

• Collaborate with the team to deliver consistently outstanding service

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality-focused kitchen

• A passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and beautifully crafted dishes

• Reliable, flexible, and committed to high standards

• Team player with a positive, professional attitude

• £15.33 r hour, 40 hours per week

• 5-day rota with a good work-life balance

• A chance to work under the guidance of a renowned culinary talent

• Staff meals on duty, employee perks, and development opportunities

• A unique workplace at one of London’s leading cultural institutions

Apply today and bring your skills to a kitchen where creativity, quality, and culture meet.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Job Reference: com/2008/41996001/52724958/R/SU #RA Venues

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!