Assistant Curator – Hands-On Museum Collections Lead

Kirklees Council; Cross; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking an Assistant Curator to support a collections relocation project. The role requires hands-on work with museum objects, ensuring accurate documentation, and contributing to collections care. Ideal for motivated individuals with relevant experience. Position is temporary, located at Tolson Museum, with a salary range of £26,403 - £28,142. Closing date for applications is 08 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Motivated early-career museum professional.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Understanding of museum documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support a major collections relocation project.
• Work hands-on with over 200,000 objects.
• Ensure accurate documentation to Spectrum standards.

Skills

Experience working with museum collections and documentation systems

Knowledge of collections care and handling procedures

Ability to work methodically and collaboratively in a busy team

Commitment to inclusive practice and widening access to heritage

Willingness to support occasional evening/weekend activities

Job description

A local council in the UK is seeking an Assistant Curator to support a collections relocation project. The role requires hands-on work with museum objects, ensuring accurate documentation, and contributing to collections care. Ideal for motivated individuals with relevant experience. Position is temporary, located at Tolson Museum, with a salary range of £26,403 - £28,142. Closing date for applications is 08 December 2025.