Communities Curator

Cyber Security Academy Southampton; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary art gallery in Southampton is looking for a Communities Curator to enhance community engagement through innovative programs. Responsibilities include coordinating ambassador programs and generating collaborative projects with artists and communities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and a strong understanding of learning in a contemporary art setting. This position offers an inclusive environment and a flexible working approach.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working approach

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role is essential.
• Strong understanding of engagement and learning within an art context.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the JHG Ambassadors Programme.
• Establish the Beacons Programme for entry-level creative employees.
• Generate new projects with community and artists.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Knowledge of engagement within contemporary art

Multi-tasking skills

Outreach work experience

Job description

Overview

Helping to deliver our innovative programme for schools, colleges, community groups, families and young people, we are currently looking for a Communities Curator to be part of our Engagement & Learning team.

John Hansard Gallery is a leading contemporary art gallery. We are part of the University of Southampton and an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the JHG Ambassadors Programme.
• Help establish the Beacons Programme for entry-level creative employees.
• Generate new projects with and alongside the community and artists, feeding into fresh approaches to co-creation and socially engaged practices.

Requirements

• Experience of working in a similar role and environment is essential.
• Good knowledge of engagement and learning within a contemporary art setting.
• Experience of multi-tasking and outreach work is important.

Equality and Inclusion

We believe in fairness, diversity, equality and inclusiveness and making art accessible to all. We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Details

Location: Studio 144, Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7DU

Deadline for completed applications: Friday 17 October 2025

There will be an opportunity to meet Lynne Dick, Head of Programme (Engagement and Learning) on Tuesday 7 October and Monday 13 October to find out more about the role. Please contact [e-mail] for more information and to book a time slot.

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Further Details

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Notes

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.

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