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Assistant Curator – Hands-On Museum Collections Lead

Kirklees Council

Cross

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 29,000

Full time

14 days ago

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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.
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